65-year-old grandfather attacked by a Yellowstone bison was cracking jokes despite breaking multiple bones
Who is Carl Isom-McDaniel? The 65-year-old grandfather attacked by a Yellowstone bison What injuries did Carl suffer? Yellowstone's safety guidelines Bison encounters are so dangerous
Who is Carl Isom-McDaniel? The 65-year-old grandfather attacked by a Yellowstone bison What injuries did Carl suffer? Yellowstone's safety guidelines Bison encounters are so dangerous A 65-year-old grandfather who was violently tossed into the air by a bull bison at Yellowstone Park has been identified as Carl Isom-McDaniel from Washington state. The dramatic attack left him with multiple broken bones after the animal charged while he was with his grandson near the Bridge Bay Campground. Despite the severity of his injuries, Carl reportedly remained conscious, stayed in good spirits and even cracked jokes while waiting for emergency responders. The incident, captured on video by a nearby photographer, has renewed attention on the dangers of approaching wildlife during Yellowstone's busy summer season and the importance of following park safety guidelines.Carl Isom-McDaniel is the 65-year-old Washington state resident who was injured in the Yellowstone bison attack. He was visiting the national park with his grandson when the incident occurred. According to witness Mike MacLeod, the pair were filming the bison when the animal suddenly stood up and charged.
Carl suffered the brunt of the attack, while his grandson managed to get out of the animal's path.The attack took place near Bridge Bay Campground in Yellowstone Park. Witness Mike MacLeod, who filmed the incident, said the bull bison appeared agitated before charging.According to his account, the animal had already shown aggressive behaviour by confronting other visitors and even a passing vehicle before turning towards Carl and his grandson.MacLeod said Carl attempted to move behind nearby trees as the bison approached, but the animal reached him, hooked him with one of its horns and launched him several feet into the air. The bison remained close to Carl after he landed, displaying aggressive behaviour before bystanders shouted and moved towards it, causing the animal to back away.The attack left Carl with multiple broken bones and a painful leg injury. Despite the seriousness of his condition, witnesses said he remained conscious throughout the incident. Emergency responders later transported him to hospital for treatment.MacLeod told The New York Times that Carl stayed remarkably calm despite his injuries."He was in a lot of pain with his leg, and otherwise he was conscious the whole time, in good spirits, joking."The incident occurred during the bison rut, or mating season, when bull bison become more territorial and aggressive.
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