Husband saves wife from polar bear while searching for dogs.

A terrifying incident occurred in a small town in the Canadian province of Ontario when a polar bear attacked a woman on her driveway. The couple, who were on a search for their missing dogs, had left their home in Fort Severn before 5 am on Tuesday. According to the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service, the woman was suddenly lunged at by the polar bear while they were on their driveway.

In a heroic act, the woman's husband quickly came to her rescue by jumping onto the polar bear to prevent its attack. However, the bear then turned its attention towards the man and caused serious but non-life-threatening injuries to his arm and legs. Luckily, a neighbor arrived with a firearm and was able to shoot the bear multiple times, causing it to flee into the woods where it was later found dead.

The police responded to reports of gunfire and a possible bear sighting and found the carcass of the polar bear. They also continued to patrol the area to ensure the safety of the community. The man was rushed to the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery. Fort Severn, which is located by Hudson Bay, is known for frequent polar bear sightings, although they usually spend most of their time in the water searching for seals. It is only when the ice breaks that they go inland in search of food.

According to Alysa McCall, the director of conservation outreach at Polar Bears International, this attack may have been caused by the bear's hunger due to the changing climate and its effect on their hunting patterns. She advised community members to take precautions such as locking up any waste that may have a strong food smell and avoiding walking alone in bear territory.

In a frightening situation like this, the man did the right thing by fighting back instead of playing dead, as it is a common myth. McCall emphasized the importance of being prepared and knowing what to do in the event of a polar bear attack. This incident serves as a reminder of the impact of climate change on wildlife and the importance of coexisting peacefully with these magnificent creatures.

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