Wildlife And Safety News

Montana hunter survives bear attack, drives himself to hospital

A 20-year-old archery hunter in Montana survived a bear attack near Augusta on Monday, September 15, by walking three miles to his vehicle and driving himself to a hospital in Great Falls. The victim sustained significant but non-life-threatening injuries and will require surgery. Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks (FWP) is investigating the incident, with the bear species currently unknown. Officials are urging hunters to handle carcasses quickly and avoid dusk activities to prevent similar encounters.