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Bear attacks sleeping camper

2008-07-18 11:43

Helena, Montana - A bear attacked a man sleeping inside a tent early on Thursday, leading authorities to close two campgrounds near Yellowstone National Park.

The camper suffered bite and claw marks on his arms while protecting himself. His name and age weren't disclosed.

Authorities said he was taken to West Park Hospital in Cody, Wyoming, which refused to release any information.

As a precaution, the US Forest Service closed the Soda Butte campground, where the camper was attacked, and the nearby Chief Joseph campground, both in the Gallatin National Forest.

The sites are along the US 212 highway, a few miles from the northeast entrance to Yellowstone National Park.

Forest spokesperson Marna Daley said the bear was believed to be a grizzly. The Forest Service said in a statement that the campgrounds will remain closed "until the bear is located or the immediate concern subsides".

The Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks will decide how to deal with the bear. In previous cases, problem bears have been relocated to more remote areas.

- AP

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