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Death of a Bear and Fat Bear Week Bracket Postponed at Katmai National Park
September 30, 2024 · Source: National Park Service
This morning bear #469 attacked and killed bear #402 at Brooks River, downriver from Brooks Falls, in Katmai National 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
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Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.