Bear attacks hiker, causing 'extensive' injuries: official

In Alberta, Canada, a 45-year-old man was attacked by a bear while hiking alone on Friday morning, according to the RCMP's confirmation to Planet Chronicle Digital on Saturday.

Cst. Cory Riggs of the RCMP confirmed to Planet Chronicle Digital that an unnamed hiker from Calgary was in a remote part of Crowsnest Pass near Window Mountain Lake around 11:19 a.m. when an attack occurred, resulting in extensive injuries.

The hiker on the Great Divide Trail sent an emergency SOS activation to RCMP at Crowsnest Pass, who responded after the attack.

According to a release from the RCMP, the man was transported to a hospital for treatment of his injuries.

Police were aided in the rescue of a man by Crowsnest Fire Rescue, Fish and Wildlife, Search and Rescue, and STARS air ambulance.

"SOS devices are crucial for anyone exploring the wilderness, regardless of their experience level. In case of an emergency, they provide a reliable means of calling for help. Before embarking on your journey, make sure to inform others of your planned route, including your time of departure and estimated return."

The CBC reported that the type of bear that attacked the man was likely a grizzly or a black bear, but the RCMP did not specify.

In Calgary, a man was attacked by a female grizzly two weeks earlier, according to CBC's report.

In the Caribou-Targhee National Forest on Sept.1, a hunter in Idaho was attacked by a grizzly bear.

Riley Hill, a hunter, described the attack as "a game of tug of war with a dog, but instead of playing with a rope, he was tearing my arm apart."

Doctors estimate it will take two months for him to recover.