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Coverage dated September 30, 2021 to October 1, 2021

Couple attacked by bear while picnicking on Blue Ridge Parkway

Headline from WCNC

The NCWRC said the bear was likely aggravated by the couple's dog and acted in defense.

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  1. Local News 8

    Couple injured in black bear attack (opens Local News 8)

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    Local News 8's feed description

    By Web Staff Click here for updates on this story ASHEVILLE, North Carolina (WLOS) — A couple was treated for injuries and released Wednesday evening after a bear attack in the parking area of the Folk Art Center on the Blue Ridge Parkway.

  2. WCNC

    Couple attacked by bear while picnicking on Blue Ridge Parkway (opens WCNC)

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    WCNC's feed description

    The NCWRC said the bear was likely aggravated by the couple's dog and acted in defense.

  3. CNN

    Couple and their dog attacked by bear on Blue Ridge Parkway (opens CNN)

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    CNN's feed description

    A couple was attacked by a bear and treated for injuries Wednesday evening on the Blue Ridge Parkway near Asheville, North Carolina, according to a release from the Blue Ridge Parkway National Park Service.

  4. The News Herald (Morganton)

    Bear attack reported near Asheville on Blue Ridge Parkway. Some areas now closed. (opens The News Herald (Morganton))

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    The News Herald (Morganton)'s feed description

    Repeated attacks from a bear left two people injured on the Blue Ridge Parkway on Wednesday.

  5. Daily Progress

    Picnicking couple attacked by bear multiple times on Blue Ridge Parkway in N.C., rangers say (opens Daily Progress)

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    Daily Progress's feed description

    A couple picnicking on the Blue Ridge Parkway in western North Carolina survived repeated bear attacks Wednesday evening, according to the National Park Service.

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