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Bison attack in Yellowstone: Grandfather survives campground encounter
AP News • • nation
Key Points:
- A 65-year-old grandfather, Carl McDaniel, was attacked and tossed by a bison at Yellowstone's Bridge Bay Campground on July 10, resulting in multiple bone fractures.
- Bison, which can run up to 35 mph and weigh up to 2,000 pounds, are among Yellowstone's most dangerous animals due to their sudden acceleration and size.
- The attack occurred during an evening walk with McDaniel’s grandson, who was unharmed, highlighting the unpredictable nature of bison behavior.
- Yellowstone averages a few bison attacks annually, with at least two incidents reported in 2025, emphasizing the ongoing risk to visitors.
- McDaniel emphasized that the injuries were caused more by the impact of the fall than by the bison's horns, underscoring the severity of such encounters.
