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San Diego Man Recovering After Surviving Grizzly Bear Attack in Montana
Daniel Crago from San Diego is receiving treatment after surviving a grizzly bear attack while hiking in Montana's Glacier National Park. Crago said he was seriously injured in the attack and underwent several surgeries.
Daniel Crago from San Diego is continuing his treatment after being attacked by a grizzly bear while hiking in Montana's Glacier National Park. Crago said he was lucky to survive the attack.
An avid hiker, Crago explained that the attack occurred on May 28 on the Grinnell Glacier Trail. At the time, he was hiking in the park with a friend on the last day of a week-long vacation.
A cub appeared first
Crago said that while walking on the trail, his attention was drawn to a small bear cub on the left. He then saw a larger grizzly bear nearby. The presence of two bears in the same area soon turned into a dangerous encounter.
Crago recalled the general rules recommended for bear attacks and said he tried to stay calm. He attempted to make his presence known without startling the bear, but the attack began when they made eye contact.
The attack happened within seconds
According to Crago, the bear took a few steps and then lunged at him. He raised his arm to protect his face, and the bite struck his arm during this time.
Crago said that at the moment of the attack, he thought "this is the end." The bear dragged him about 6 meters before moving away from the area.
Two passersby came to help
Two hikers nearby assisted Crago. One of them was a doctor who provided first aid until emergency medical help arrived.
Crago was then airlifted to a hospital. It was reported that he underwent multiple surgeries during treatment and that at least one more surgery is planned.
Severe damage to his arm
Crago said it was a great stroke of luck that the main artery and important nerves in his arm were not damaged. He can partially move his fingers and has not completely lost sensation in his arm.
However, he explained that his forearm was severely opened, two bones were broken, and there was bone loss. It was also noted that the trauma he experienced continues to affect him alongside his physical injuries.
Love for nature remains unchanged
Despite what he went through, Crago said his interest in hiking has not diminished. He expressed that nature is a shared space for people and that he respects it for that reason.
It was noted that the fundraising campaign started for Crago is close to covering his surgery expenses. Crago said that any excess donations will be transferred to the National Park Service.
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