A woman was found dead near Crosier Mountain trail in Larimer County, Colorado, with a mountain lion nearby, prompting searches for a third lion and investigations to determine if it was responsible for her death. Authorities have killed two lions and are conducting necropsies, while trails remain closed. The incident highlights the seasonal increase in mountain lion activity and the importance of safety precautions when hiking in areas with wildlife.
A woman was killed in a suspected mountain lion attack while hiking alone in northern Colorado, marking the first fatal attack in over 25 years in the state. Wildlife officers tracked and killed two mountain lions in the area, and a search for a third was ongoing. The incident highlights the rare but serious danger posed by mountain lions in the region.
A woman was killed in a suspected mountain lion attack while hiking alone in northern Colorado, marking the first fatal attack in the state in over 25 years. Wildlife officers found and fatally shot two mountain lions in the area, and the incident highlights the dangers of mountain lion encounters in remote, wooded areas. The attack is a rare event, with Colorado's last suspected fatal attack occurring in 1999.
A woman died in Colorado in what is suspected to be the state's first deadly mountain lion attack since 1999, prompting a search and euthanasia of two lions involved, with authorities advising caution for hikers in the area.
A woman was killed in a suspected mountain lion attack while hiking alone in northern Colorado, marking the first fatal attack in over 25 years in the state. Wildlife officers found and fatally shot two mountain lions in the area, and the incident highlights the dangers of mountain lion encounters in remote, wooded areas. Mountain lion attacks are rare, with previous fatalities in Colorado occurring in 1999 and earlier.
Three hikers, including a 19-year-old, died on Mt. Baldy after falls and accidents, highlighting the mountain's dangers, especially in winter conditions, and the importance of experience and proper equipment for safe hiking.
A hiker in Alaska captured a tense encounter with a mother grizzly bear and her cubs on video, highlighting the importance of staying calm and practicing bear awareness to avoid attacks, as grizzlies are generally not aggressive unless provoked or defending their young.
A 67-year-old hiker died in the Grand Canyon amid extreme heat conditions, with temperatures exceeding 120°F on exposed trails, as the region faces a severe heatwave prompting warnings and safety advisories for outdoor activities.
A 19-year-old teenager in Washington state survived a 400ft fall down a canyon with minimal injuries and was rescued in a successful operation using a harness from the High Steel Bridge. Authorities have reiterated warnings against hiking in the hazardous area.
A woman in Tucson, Jorie O’Brien, was attacked by a possibly rabid fox while hiking on Mount Lemmon. She managed to fend off the fox, but had to undergo six rabies shots as a precaution. The fox was later tracked down and killed by Arizona Game and Fish. Officials are awaiting test results to determine if the fox had rabies. O’Brien advises hikers to be cautious and maintain a respectful distance from wildlife, especially if they exhibit erratic behavior, and to report any concerning animal behavior to park rangers or Game and Fish.
