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Mother Grizzly with Cubs Believed Responsible for Yellowstone Mauling that Injured Two Hikers
- On Monday, May 4, 2026, two male hikers, ages 15 and 28, were injured by at least one bear on the Mystic Falls Trail near Old Faithful in Yellowstone National Park.
- National Park Service investigators believe a female grizzly bear with two or three cubs-of-the-year were involved in the encounter, based on evidence collected at the scene.
- Emergency responders provided aid at the scene before transporting the two hikers via helicopter to Eastern Idaho Regional Medical Center for treatment.
- Temporary closures of trails, backcountry campsites, and fishing areas northwest of Old Faithful remain in effect while officials investigate the incident.
- Marking the first bear-related injury in Yellowstone this year, officials urge visitors to carry bear spray, hike in groups, and maintain at least 100 metres distance from wildlife.
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