An Alaska runner was hospitalized after using bear spray to fend off a brown bear while on a trail. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game stated that surprising a bear, particularly one with cubs or near a food cache, can provoke a defensive reaction from the animal.
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Alaska Runner Hospitalized After Encounter with Brown Bear
A runner in Alaska was hospitalized following an encounter with a brown bear, during which they used bear spray for protection. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game warned that surprising bears can lead to defensive behavior, especially if cubs are present.
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