Brave 8-year-old escapes cougar attack in Washington state national park

An 8-year-old boy camping at Olympic National Park in Washington state survived a cougar attack with only minor injuries. The cougar abandoned its attack after being yelled at by the child's mother. The park service plans to euthanize the cougar, following established protocols. The area of the attack has been evacuated and closed until further notice. Interactions with cougars are uncommon, but it is important to stay calm, group together, and make noise if encountering one.