12-Year-Old Injured by Bison in Yellowstone National Park
Park officials said the child was taken to a nearby hospital and reminded visitors to keep at least 25 yards from large animals.
- A 12-year-old visitor was injured by a bison in Yellowstone National Park on Friday near Mud Volcano, north of Fishing Bridge, and emergency medical personnel transported the child to a nearby hospital.
- Bison are wild animals and are dangerous, having injured more people in Yellowstone than any other animal; they are up to three times faster than humans and will attack if they feel threatened.
- Officials remind visitors that they are responsible for staying at least 25 yards away from all large animals, and if wild animals approach, they should move away to maintain the required distance.
- The incident is currently under investigation by park officials, who have not shared further details on the condition of the visitor at this time.
- Yellowstone reminds the public that animals can be aggressive when people do not respect their space; visitors should never approach, touch, feed or crowd wildlife.
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