Teenagers Escaped Bear Attack on Mount Si

Two teens narrowly escaped a terrifying black bear encounter on Mount Si, Washington, after being charged by what experts believe was a mother bear and her cub—leaving one with scratches and another with a twisted ankle. The trail was temporarily closed as officials searched for the bears, while other hikers reported being followed by a bear for miles, even spotting a second smaller bear. Thankfully, injuries were minor, but the incident underscores the risks of sharing wilderness spaces with wildlife. Trails reopen Thursday with new warning signs, and officials urge hikers to make noise, keep pets leashed, and stay calm if they spot a bear—never run. This isn’t the only recent bear drama: earlier this month in California, a couple fought off a bear attacking their dogs using a hatchet and water bottle, sustaining minor injuries themselves. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ac865a4fb5a3ac88