By some stroke of luck, the bear’s initial attack didn’t result in a lethal blow, although Altha wasn’t unscathed. The force of the bear’s swipe left a gory laceration on one of her arms. In that dire moment, pain and panic surged through her, while the bear remained dangerously close.
It was then that she spotted it – a humble lawn chair not far from where she stood. Seizing this unexpected lifeline, she prepared to use it as her makeshift defense tool. With trembling hands, Altha raised the chair, ready to fend off the bear and protect herself.