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Woman fights off bear with spray after being attacked on trail in Alaska

Woman fights off bear with spray after being attacked on trail in Alaska

Summary

A woman was attacked by a brown bear while running on a trail in Anchorage, Alaska. She used bear spray to stop the bear and got help, then was taken to a hospital for treatment.

Key Facts

  • The attack happened near the Prospect Heights trailhead on the Wolverine Bowl Trail.
  • The woman was alone when the bear attacked her.
  • She used bear spray to scare the bear away and escaped to safety.
  • Officials put warning signs at the trailhead after the attack.
  • Alaska has many bears, with about one bear per square mile in southern parts.
  • Officials advise hikers to carry bear spray and stay on open trails with good visibility.
  • Several bear attacks have occurred recently in Alaska, including one involving soldiers.
  • Most bear attacks in Alaska (about 96%) are caused by brown bears.
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