Two hikers encountered cougar near remote lake in Strathcona Provincial Park
Two women were attacked by a cougar in Vancouver Island's Strathcona Park last weekend, an incident that ended with one woman in hospital with minor injuries.
The hikers used bear spray to fend the cougar off. The animal ran away after the bear spray was deployed. The hikers and dogs were rescued by helicopter. A release from the conservation officer service says that one woman received medal attention in hospital for non-life threatening injuries, and the dog is expected to recover.
Prior to the attack, BC Parks had posted signage warning people of cougar sightings and activity in the area. Since the incident, the trail has been closed and more signage has been added.
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