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Bears take over national park as ‘screams heard over lake’ in month of attacks
- Glacier National Park closed parts of the South Shore Trail after a string of grizzly bear attacks this month.
- The park notes the last fatal bear attack there was in 1998, underscoring ongoing safety concerns.
- Incidents began around May 13, with sightings near Lake Josephine and subsequent attacks in the area.
- A Thursday attack required medical attention for a hiker after the incident near Lake Josephine.
- Park officials confirmed the attack and closed the trail segment where it occurred.
- The incidents followed a history of bear-related concerns in nearby Yellowstone, increasing regional caution.
- Officials described recent bear encounters as “surprise encounters” prompting investigations.
- The park is urging visitors to practice safety and be aware of bear activity around lakes and trails.
- The incident adds to broader concerns about bear safety in North American parks this season.
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