Bison Attacks Arizona Woman At Yellow Stone National Park Leaving Significant Chest Injuries

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Bison at Yellowstone National Park. A bison attacked a 47-year-old woman from Phoenix, Arizona at the Yellow National Park. The woman suffered from significant injuries to the abdomen and chest.  

A recent report showed that a bison charged at a 47-year-old woman from Arizona at the Yellow Stone National Park, leaving significant injuries to her chest and abdomen.

People visiting the Yellow Stone National Park should maintain a distance from animals. Visitors should strictly observe the rules while inside the Park.

Bison attacks a woman in Lake Yellowstone

According to the National Park Service (NPS), a bison roaming around the Lake Lodge cabins near Lake Yellowstone suddenly attacked a 47-year-old woman from Phoenix, Arizona.

Authorities said it was unknown how close the woman was when the bison attacked her. The unexpected animal attack is under investigation.

The reports explained that the woman and an individual were walking near the Lake Lodge. Then, they saw two bison around the area.

Immediately, the park visitors avoided the bison. However, one bison seemed to become wild and charged to the woman.

Meanwhile, the New York Post reported that bison can reach up to 2,000 pounds. With their sizes, they can charge at a fast speed, causing significant damage to a person.

CNN and NPS explained that Yellowstone recorded about 5,900 bison in 2022. Visitors should be extra cautious and alert while in the park areas.

Based on the report, the injured woman was immediately airlifted to the Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center.

Furthermore, the report noted that bison could become unpredictable. NPS explained that bison can become more agitated from mid-July to August due to mating season.

Staying safe while at the Park

Animal attacks can become possible due to their unpredicted behavior, especially bison. As a result, people should become aware of the guidelines inside the Park.

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Visitors should first read the rules at the Park before visiting and follow all signs or reminders to ensure safety.

Here are essential reminders for park visitors that they should remember.

Keep away and maintain distance.

According to the Park Service, visitors should keep space when animals are near their area, including in parking lots, trails or campsites.

Visitors should ensure to stay away more than 25 years from the animals, including a bison. One hundred yards from beards and wolves would be recommended to avoid possible dangers.

Visitors should not interact with wild animals at the Park because it is dangerous. It is best to keep away from them.

Bring company while at the park.

Visiting a park will become enjoyable if you have company. It is also important if you suffer from accidents or animal attacks, you can immediately report it to the authorities.

Wear comfortable clothes while at the park

Visitors should wear comfortable clothes visiting parks to easily maintain distance. Summer season is here, and record-breaking heat could become likely.

It is also essential to stay hydrated while roaming around parks.

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