Sleeping teen and camper wounded as Colorado bear attacks reach record high
Bears came through bedroom window and swiped tent at campground, causing scratch marks and puncture wound
TL;DR
- A black bear entered a Colorado teen's bedroom through a cracked window, scratching her.
- A camper in southwestern Colorado was treated for a bite wound after a bear attacked her tent.
- Colorado has seen an unprecedented 10 reported bear attacks on humans this year.
- A statewide drought is believed to be a factor, reducing natural food sources for bears.
- Bears are seeking new food sources in human residences as they prepare for hibernation.
- Wildlife officials advise securing trash and locking homes and vehicles to prevent encounters.