Key takeaways:
- A 47-year-old woman from Phoenix was gored by a bison while visiting Yellowstone National Park.
- The woman suffered “significant injuries to her chest and abdomen” and was flown by helicopter to a hospital.
- Park officials remind visitors to stay alert and remain a safe distance away from all wildlife.
On Monday morning, a 47-year-old woman from Phoenix was gored by a bison while visiting Yellowstone National Park. The woman was with another person on the north shore of Lake Yellowstone near the Lake Lodge Cabins when they spotted two bison. It is unknown how close the woman was to the bison before the attack, but park officials warn visitors to stay at least 25 yards away from wildlife, including bison.
The woman suffered “significant injuries to her chest and abdomen” and was flown by helicopter to a hospital. The incident remains under investigation.
Yellowstone National Park is home to a variety of wildlife, including bison, elk and deer. Park officials remind visitors to stay alert and remain a safe distance away from all wildlife. Bison can run three times faster than humans, and can be unpredictable.
The National Park Service urges visitors to follow park regulations and respect wildlife by keeping a safe distance. It is important to remember that wildlife can be dangerous, and visitors should always be aware of their surroundings.
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