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Anchorage Warns Hikers

Anchorage, Alaska, warns hikers after 2 bear attacks in a week
Authorities are warning hikers to steer clear of streams and rivers where salmon are running and to take precautions after bears mauled hikers on two different occasions within a week in Anchorage.
Hiker mauled by bear in 2nd attack in a week on Anchorage-area trails
The man walking with a dog on a trail to Barbara Falls in Eagle River suffered arm injuries on Saturday morning, police said. Spawning salmon are drawing bears to rivers near trails.
2 bear attacks in the Anchorage area in a week sparks discussion on bear safety
With 2 bear attacks this week alone in the Anchorage area it is important to know how to stay safe and use bear spray
Second Anchorage-area hiker mauled by grizzly bear in just 4 days
A hiker was attacked by a grizzly bear in the second mauling in the Anchorage area in just four days.
Anchorage hiker attacked by bear located via drone, rescued
A hiker was hospitalized late Tuesday after being mauled by a brown bear on a popular trail network above Anchorage, Alaska. The Anchorage Daily News reported that the unidentified female victim suffered non-life-threatening injuries and was able to call for help after the attack in the Basher Trail area in the Chugach Mountains.
Two bear attacks reported recently in Anchorage area, officials warn hikers
Two bear attacks have occurred in Anchorage recently, including one in Eagle River where a man was injured but survived thanks to his dog and bear spray. Authorities urge hikers
2nd Anchorage-area hiker mauled by bear in under a week
The most recent mauling happened near the South Fork of Eagle River. Responders described the hiker’s injuries as not life threatening.
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A black bear was also spotted in the campground after the attack, highlighting the importance of staying alert. The municipality of Anchorage covers more than 1,960 square miles, which is larger ...