Cougar assaults an 8-year-old, prompting closures in Washington's Olympic National Park.

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Cougar attack on 8-year-old prompts closure of Lake Angeles and Heather Park in Olympic National Park, Washington.

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The child's mom's screams scared off the cougar during the camping incident.

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Park officials assisted the family after assessing the child's minor injuries.

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Lake Angeles campers evacuated, and sections of the park closed for safety precautions.

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Wildlife personnel join law enforcement to search for the cougar; euthanasia likely if found.

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The National Park Service states cougar attacks on humans are "extraordinarily rare."

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Visitors advised to hike or jog with others, keep children close, and leave pets at home.

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Running from a cougar can trigger an attack; group up, appear large, make noise, and throw objects to deter them.

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