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Grandfather from Washington State Injured by Bison at Yellowstone

Monday, July 13, 2026 · 3 sources

A tourist from Washington State was injured by a bison at Yellowstone National Park. The man, a grandfather, was tossed into the air by the animal.

A visitor to Yellowstone National Park was injured by a bison. The man, a grandfather from Washington State, was thrown into the air by the animal. He was a community-minded person. The extent of his injuries has been revealed, but the details are not specified. The incident occurred at the national park, where visitors are warned to keep a safe distance from wildlife.

The 50+ takeaway: Be cautious around wildlife at national parks.

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What happened to the grandfather at Yellowstone?

He was tossed into the air by a bison and injured.

Where is the grandfather from?

He is from Washington State.

What kind of animal was involved in the incident?

A bison was involved in the incident.

Where did the incident occur?

The incident occurred at Yellowstone National Park.

What are visitors warned to do at Yellowstone?

Visitors are warned to keep a safe distance from wildlife at Yellowstone National Park.