Nakoda, a renowned white grizzly bear known locally in British Columbia’s Yoho National Park, has tragically passed away two days after sustaining injuries in a vehicle collision. The incident occurred on June 8, leaving wildlife officials heartbroken and emphasizing the crucial need for road safety and responsible wildlife viewing practices.
A regular Tuesday lunch break turned into an act of heroism for Lasaros Milian of Syracuse. While waiting at a red light, an SUV careened off the road and into a retention pond, trapping the elderly female driver inside the submerged vehicle. Milian, along with Tom Drumm, didn’t hesitate to jump into the icy water and assist in the rescue. They pried open the car door as water rushed in, successfully freeing the woman and carrying her back to safety. The rescued woman was transported to Upstate University Hospital for evaluation, while Milian returned to his job as a fence installer. The heroic actions of these bystanders prevented a potentially tragic outcome.
