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wildliferescue1 year ago•5 min saved

"Friends' Heroic Battle: Cyclist Saved from Cougar Attack"

A group of competitive female cyclists in Washington state were attacked by two cougars while on a biking trail, with one of the cougars mauling and pinning down cyclist Keri Bergere. Bergere's friends, also cyclists, fought off the cougar for 45 minutes using sticks and a rock, eventually pinning it down under a bike until wildlife officers arrived and shot it. Bergere sustained severe face and neck injuries but survived, and the women described their friends' actions as heroic.

via HuffPost|

#cougar-attack #cyclist-rescue #heroic-friends

wildliferescue1 year ago•2 min saved

"Courageous Women's Harrowing Battle: Fighting Off Cougar to Save Friend's Life"

A group of women in Washington state rescued their friend from a cougar attack while on a biking trip, with one of the cougars dragging the victim from her bike and holding her face in its jaw. The women fought off the cougar for about 45 minutes, with one of them choking the animal and others using sticks and a rock. The injured cyclist was eventually able to escape, and emergency responders arrived to shoot the cougar. The victim spent five days in the hospital and is still recovering from her injuries, while the actions of her friends and the responding officer were praised as heroic by the Washington department of fish and wildlife.

via The Guardian US|

#cougar-attack #cycling #rescue

human-interest1 year ago•2 min saved

"Brave Cyclists Battle Wild Cougar for 45 Minutes to Save Friend"

A group of cyclists in Washington fought off a wild cougar for 45 minutes after it attacked one of their friends during a ride, using rocks, sticks, and even a bike to save her. The 60-year-old victim suffered facial trauma and permanent nerve damage, but was able to crawl away after the animal finally let up. The cyclists, all in their 50s and 60s, displayed incredible strength and bravery during the harrowing encounter, ultimately pinning down the cougar with a bike until wildlife officials arrived and shot the animal.

via New York Post |

#cougar-attack #cyclists #human-interest

wildlife2 years ago•2 min saved

"Cougar Attack on Washington Mountain Bikers Sparks Safety Concerns"

A 60-year-old woman was attacked by a young male cougar while mountain biking near Fall City, raising questions about the unusual behavior of the animal. The attack, which occurred in a remote wilderness area, has prompted discussions about human encroachment on cougar territory. The cougar responsible for the attack was euthanized, while efforts are underway to determine its age and health status. This incident has reignited concerns about wildlife encounters and safety measures in such areas.

via KIRO Seattle|

#animal-behavior #cougar-attack #mountain-biking

wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

"Cyclists Brave Cougar Attack on Washington Trail, Saving Friend's Life"

Five cyclists were attacked by a cougar on a trail in Washington, leaving one woman hospitalized, but expected to recover. Officers removed one cougar from the area and searched for a possible second one. Cougar attacks on humans are rare, with only two fatal attacks and 20 other injuries in the last 100 years in Washington state. Wildlife officials advise people to stay calm, make noise, and fight back if attacked by a cougar.

via KOIN.com|

#cougar-attack #cyclists #trail

us2 years ago•2 min saved

"Cougar Injures Cyclists in Washington Trail Attack"

A cougar attacked a group of five cyclists on a trail in Washington, sending one woman to the hospital in stable condition. Officials removed one cougar from the scene and suspect there may be a second. Cougar attacks on humans are rare, with only around two dozen documented encounters resulting in injury since 1924. Experts advise people to group together, make noise, and appear as large as possible if they encounter a cougar, and to fight back aggressively if attacked.

via CBS News|

#animal-safety #cougar-attack #cyclists

wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

"Cougar Attacks 5 Cyclists in King County"

Five cyclists were attacked by a cougar in King County, Washington, with one woman hospitalized for serious injuries to her face, neck, and jaw. The cougar was removed from the scene, and authorities are searching for a possible second cougar. The Department of Fish and Wildlife advises people to avoid the area and provides tips for encountering cougars, while praising the quick actions of the other cyclists in saving the woman's life.

via KIRO Seattle|

#cougar-attack #cougar-removal #cyclist

wildlife2 years ago•2 min saved

Child Attacked by Cougar Prompts Park Closures in Washington's Olympic National Park

An 8-year-old child was attacked by a cougar while camping at Lake Angeles in Olympic National Park, Washington. The child's mother scared off the cougar, and the child suffered minor injuries. As a precaution, Lake Angeles and surrounding trails have been closed until further notice. Wildlife personnel are searching for the cougar, and if found, it will be euthanized. Visitors are advised to be prepared, not hike or jog alone, keep children close, and avoid running if encountering a cougar.

via ABC News|

#closure #cougar-attack #olympic-national-park

wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

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.

via NBC News|

#child-survivor #cougar-attack #olympic-national-park

wildlife2 years ago•2 min saved

Brave Mom Saves 8-Year-Old Boy from Cougar Attack at Olympic National Park

A cougar attacked an 8-year-old boy while camping at Olympic National Park in Washington State, but the child's mother scared the animal away, resulting in minor injuries. Following the incident, visitors were evacuated from part of the park, and the Lake Angeles and Heather Park areas have been closed indefinitely. Law enforcement and wildlife officials are searching for the cougar, which will be euthanized and examined if found. This attack is one of several recent violent incidents involving wildlife in national parks, including bison attacks at Theodore Roosevelt and Yellowstone National Parks, as well as a fatal grizzly bear mauling in Yellowstone. Visitors are advised to be cautious and prepared for possible encounters with wildlife.

via New York Post |

#animal-encounters #cougar-attack #mothers-bravery

wildlife2 years ago•2 min saved

Brave Mom Saves 8-Year-Old from Rare Cougar Attack at Olympic National Park

An 8-year-old child camping with their mother at Lake Angeles in Washington's Olympic National Park survived a cougar attack with minor injuries. The cougar abandoned its attack after being yelled at by the child's mother. The child was taken to the hospital for evaluation, and park staff closed the Lake Angeles area and surrounding trails. Authorities are searching for the cougar to euthanize it and perform a necropsy to determine why the attack occurred. Cougar attacks on humans are extremely rare, but as Washington's human population grows, encounters with cougars may increase. Visitors are advised to avoid hiking or jogging alone and to make noise if encountering a cougar.

via CNN|

#child #cougar-attack #lake-angeles

wildlife2 years ago•1 min saved

Child Survives Terrifying Cougar Attack at Olympic National Park

An 8-year-old camper was attacked by a cougar at Olympic National Park in Washington. The child's mother scared off the cougar, leaving the 8-year-old with minor injuries. All other campers were evacuated, and access to the area was closed. Law enforcement and wildlife personnel are searching for the cougar, which will be euthanized and examined if found. Cougar attacks on humans are rare, with only around two dozen recorded encounters resulting in injury since 1924. Visitors to the park are advised to take precautions, such as not hiking or jogging alone and making noise if encountering a cougar.

via CBS News|

#cougar-attack #olympic-national-park #safety-precautions