Conservation officers have responded to two grizzly bear incidents in the past week, both involving bears with cubs.
A hunter was seriously injured in a grizzly bear attack near Fort Steele, just east of Cranbrook, on Thursday (Oct. 2).
The individual was airlifted for emergency medical treatment following an encounter with a grizzly and her cubs.
The B.C. Conservation Officer Service (COS) has launched an investigation into the incident.
This is the second reported grizzly bear incident in the province within a week.
On Monday (Sept. 29), a hunter near Fort St. James was charged and bitten on the ankle by a mother grizzly.
That incident was determined to be defensive, as the bear was believed to be protecting her cub.
With grizzly bears preparing for hibernation, fall is considered a high-risk season for bear encounters, especially near food sources or family groups.
Conservation officers are urging all backcountry users–including hunters and hikers–to take extra precautions.
More updates to follow.
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