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Grizzly Bear Mauls 11 at Canadian School
21 Nov
Summary
- Eleven people, including students, were injured in a grizzly bear attack.
- Two individuals sustained critical injuries in the aggressive encounter.
- The attack occurred at Acwsalcta School in Bella Coola, Canada.
A shocking grizzly bear attack occurred at Acwsalcta School in Bella Coola, Canada, resulting in injuries to eleven individuals, including primary school students and teachers. The aggressive animal left two people in critical condition and two others with serious injuries.
The incident took place on Thursday, prompting an immediate emergency response with ambulances and a helicopter dispatched to the scene. Paramedics provided urgent medical care before transporting the most severely injured to hospital. A parent described their child's terror, recounting how the bear targeted others while her son narrowly escaped serious harm.
Authorities confirmed the bear was still at large, urging residents to stay indoors and off the highway. Police and conservation officers were actively searching for the animal. The school announced its closure for Friday, citing the need to address the profound shock and trauma experienced by the school community.
