Two US army soldiers injured by brown bear during training exercise in Alaska

Two US Army soldiers were injured by a brown bear during a land navigation training exercise in Arctic Valley, part of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson's training area in Anchorage, Alaska, on Thursday. The soldiers, who used pepper spray on the bear, were receiving medical care as of Friday, though their conditions have not been released. The Alaska Department of Fish and Game is investigating the incident, which appears to be a defensive attack by a bear recently emerged from its den. Investigators collected samples to identify the bear's species and gender. Base officials have closed the area to recreational activity while the investigation is underway.

Two US Army soldiers were injured in a brown bear attack on Thursday during a land navigation training exercise in Arctic Valley, part of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson's training area in Anchorage, Alaska. The soldiers, part of the 11th Airborne Division, were using pepper spray against the bear during the encounter. As of Friday, the soldiers were receiving medical care, but their conditions have not been released pending notification of family. The incident is currently under investigation, and few details are available. Military officials have stated that the safety and well-being of personnel is their highest priority.