Two U.S. Army soldiers were injured during a training exercise in Alaska after being attacked by a brown bear in a remote հատված of a military installation near Anchorage, officials said.

The incident took place in the Arctic Valley training area at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, a large base that includes rugged terrain commonly used for field training. According to the U.S. Army, the soldiers were conducting a land navigation exercise at the time of the attack.

Lt. Col. Jo Nederhoed, speaking on behalf of the 11th Airborne Division, confirmed the soldiers were injured during the encounter. Both were receiving medical care as of Friday morning, though officials have not released details about their conditions pending notification of family members.

Wildlife authorities with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game said the attack occurred in a remote area west of the Glenn Highway with limited access. Early assessments suggest the bear had recently emerged from hibernation and acted defensively.

Regional supervisor Cyndi Wardlow noted that both soldiers were carrying bear spray at the time, which may have helped prevent more serious injuries.

Officials say encounters with bears in Alaska’s backcountry, particularly during spring emergence, can become dangerous if animals feel threatened or surprised. The incident remains under review as authorities assess safety protocols for training operations in wildlife areas.

The Army has not indicated any changes to training schedules but is continuing to monitor the situation as the injured soldiers recover.