News Release

Death of a Bear and Fat Bear Week Bracket Postponed at Katmai National Park

Date: September 30, 2024
Contact: Matt Johnson, 907.469.1131

KING SALMON, Alaska --- This morning bear #469 attacked and killed bear #402 at Brooks River, downriver from Brooks Falls, in Katmai National Park.  The incident was witnessed live on the webcams in the park.  Because of this incident the Fat Bear Week bracket reveal is postponed until tomorrow at 3 pm AKT (7 pm ET), October 1, 2024, and explore.org hosted a special live public program to discuss the situation earlier today.

National parks like Katmai protect not only the wonders of nature, but also the harsh realities.  Each bear seen on the webcams is competing with others to survive.

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