Fans' Vigilance Saves Alaska Hiker's Life via Bear Camera

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Wildlife enthusiasts watching a webcam at Alaska's Katmai National Park spotted a distressed hiker mouthing "help me" into the camera. The viewers alerted authorities, leading to a search and rescue operation that successfully found and brought the hiker back to safety. The remote location of the park and poor weather conditions made the rescue challenging. The incident occurred during Fat Bear Week, an online competition to determine which bear has gained the most weight before hibernation. The hiker's identity and the circumstances of their ordeal remain unknown.
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