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An 83-year-old woman from South Carolina was seriously injured after being gored by a bison in Yellowstone National Park. The incident occurred near the Storm Point Trail, and the woman was airlifted to a medical center. The National Parks Service emphasized the importance of maintaining a safe distance from wildlife, noting that bison have injured more people in the park than any other animal. The incident is under investigation.
A 61-year-old woman from South Carolina fell to her death from an overlook at the Glassmine Falls in Blue Ridge Parkway, North Carolina. The victim, Nancy Sampson, fell 150 feet below the overlook and succumbed to her injuries. The cause of the fall is still under investigation. The Glassmine Falls overlook is a popular attraction in the park, known for its scenic views of the waterfall.
The Miner County Sheriff's Office in Howard, South Dakota, has issued a warning after a mountain lion was spotted on the east side of the Golf Course. Authorities have reported the sighting to South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks for investigation and are advising people not to attempt to find or track the animal themselves. The National Parks Service advises individuals to avoid approaching or running from a mountain lion, to appear as big as possible, and to fight back if attacked.