Rare wolf attack injures camper, shuts down Banff campground

UPDATE (posted Aug. 13, 2019):Survivors of rare wolf attack in Banff recount how animal tried to drag man from tent in middle of night

A wolf that attacked a tent and injured a camperhas been killedand the campground has been closed after a rareincident took place in Banff National Park, officials say.

Around 1 a.m. on Friday, Parks Canadareceived a report of a wolf attackat Rampart Creek Campground offthe Icefields Parkway, according to a news release.

Officials say the wolf attacked the tent andinflicted hand and arm injuries on a camper inside. No wildlife attractants or food were found nearby.

The wolf believed to be responsible was tracked down about one kilometre south of the campground and was destroyed by Parks Canada.

The camper was transferred to hospital in Banff.

Parks Canada says this appears to be an isolated incident, and events like these are very rare. As a precaution, the campground will stay closed until a full investigation is completed.

Any wildlife sightings can be reported to Banff Dispatch at 403-762-1473.