A polar bear attacked a Nenets camp in Yamal, chasing a sled with a man and a child
Residents and authorities in the Yamal region faced a dangerous incident when a polar bear pursued a snow sled carrying a man and a three year old. The encounter occurred near a Nenets tent settlement by the Malygina Gorge, where the predator surged toward the sled and forced the people to seek shelter at a nearby camp. The bear redirected its pursuit briefly toward a herd of deer, which allowed the man to reach the tent, grab his wife, and flee to safety. The attacker ripped through the shelter, consumed supplies, and tore apart several deer. The man immediately alerted emergency services to report the emergency and request assistance.
Officials indicated preparations were underway to dispatch a team of wildlife specialists to the scene for on-site assessment. Vitaly Borisyuk, deputy head of the wildlife protection department within the Department of Natural Resources and Ecology of the Yamal-Nenets Autonomous Okrug, noted that the response would take place promptly and be guided by the on-site findings. This assessment aims to determine next steps for protecting residents and ensuring a secure environment for nearby communities.
Earlier local reports described another safety incident involving a pensioner in Okha who was attacked while gathering mushrooms. Search and response teams located and eliminated the bear to prevent further risk to people in the area. The region has been closely monitoring wildlife activity, especially during periods when predators roam near human settlements in search of food. Authorities emphasize preparedness and rapid response to any future sightings or encounters.
In unrelated but similar news, a polar bear incident was reported near Krasnoyarsk Territory where a bear breached a facility boundary. Local teams continue to increase patrols and reinforce safety measures to minimize risks to residents and visitors to remote areas near bear habitats. The ongoing focus remains on preventing conflicts between wildlife and people through coordinated sheltering strategies, prompt reporting, and decisive wildlife management actions.
Marked citations: News Yamal and regional wildlife authorities confirm that swift action and careful monitoring are essential during polar bear activity in the Arctic and subarctic zones. Continued vigilance helps communities stay prepared, even as seasonal patterns shift and predator movements adapt to changing conditions and human activity.