A grizzly bear attack in the remote Bella Coola region of British Columbia, Canada, has left four people hospitalized, two of whom are in critical condition. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon during a school group outing on a local trail, according to the Provincial Health Services Authority. Emergency paramedics provided immediate medical care to the victims, transporting them to a nearby hospital. While two individuals sustained critical injuries, two others were reported to be in serious condition. Seven additional members of the group received on-site treatment but did not require hospitalization. The ages of the hospitalized victims have not been disclosed, respecting the families’ requests for privacy. The Nuxalk First Nation, whose community was directly affected by the attack, issued a warning about an “aggressive bear in the area” via a Facebook post. Acwsalcta, the local school, announced its closure on Friday due to the incident, commending the staff for their bravery during the ordeal. Veronica Schooner, whose son was part of the group but escaped unharmed, recounted the terrifying moment when the bear narrowly missed her son while pursuing another individual. As of late Thursday, the bear remained at large, prompting the Nuxalk Nation to advise residents to stay indoors. The BC Conservation Officer Service, now leading the investigation, has yet to provide updates on whether the bear has been located.