Smartphone Explosion Saves Young Boy from Bear Attack in Russia

In an incident in Russia's Altai region, a fifteen-year-old boy's life was saved by the explosion of his mobile phone's battery after it was bitten by an attacking bear.

Terrifying Bear Attack in the Forest

The fifteen-year-old boy, who was with a friend in a rural area near the village of Solton in Russia's Altai region, noticed the approaching predator and tried to climb a tree. However, the bear quickly caught up, knocked the boy to the ground, and began attacking him.

Phone Explosion Saves Life

During the struggle, the bear sank its teeth directly into the boy's mobile phone, and due to the intense pressure, the lithium-ion battery caught fire and exploded. Startled by the sudden blast, the bear released the boy and fled into the forest.

Transfer of the Injured to the Hospital

Rescued with the help of his friend who arrived at the scene, the boy was rushed to Biysk Central City Hospital in critical condition. Sergei Kovyazin, the chief physician of the hospital, stated that the patient sustained numerous injuries to his head, scalp, facial bones, and neck region.

Authorities' Statements and Search Operations

Authorities and wildlife officials stated that severe forest fires may have driven the bear closer to human settlements. Sergey Bundin, head of the Belovodye hunting reserve, announced that operations are underway to locate and neutralize the bear.