Two US army soldiers injured by brown bear during training exercise in Alaska
Summary
Two US Army soldiers were injured by a brown bear during a training exercise in Arctic Valley, near Anchorage, Alaska. The soldiers used pepper spray on the bear and received medical care; the incident is under investigation.Key Facts
- The incident occurred during a land navigation training exercise on Thursday.
- It took place at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson’s training area in Arctic Valley.
- Both soldiers were treated for injuries and their conditions have not been publicly shared.
- The soldiers used pepper spray on the bear during the encounter.
- The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is investigating the attack, which appears to be defensive by a bear recently out of its den.
- The area near the incident has been closed for safety reasons.
- Investigators collected samples to identify the bear’s species and gender.
- The base covers 100 square miles and is home to many wild black and brown bears.
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