Black Bear Fatally Mauls Uranium Contractor in Northern Canada
NYT > Science·May 13, 2026
A uranium contractor was fatally mauled by a black bear at a remote mining site in northern Saskatchewan. The attack is only the fourth recorded fatal black bear encounter in the province's history, according to officials. The incident occurred in a remote area of northern Canada, highlighting the risks associated with working in wilderness areas. Black bear attacks are rare in the region, making this incident a notable exception.
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