Wild animal encounter

●Urgent

⚠️ Check: Is the area safe for you to approach?

Do not run. Back away slow. Get inside. Call help when safe.

Step 1: Do NOT run — back away slowly facing the animal
Step 2: Make yourself look large and make noise for some species
Step 3: Get inside a vehicle or building if possible
Step 4: Call forest department or 112 after reaching safety
Step 5: If attacked — protect head and neck, fight back only per species guidance

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT run — this triggers chase instinct in predators.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT approach for photos or to feed wild animals.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT play dead unless specifically appropriate for the species and attack type.

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Call local forest department emergency line or 112 after reaching safety.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Report species, location, direction of travel, and whether anyone is injured.

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Any wild animal bite or mauling needs hospital care — rabies, infection, and fracture evaluation.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Even a warning swipe from a big cat can cause deep wounds.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Species-specific response varies. General rule: do not run, do not approach, create distance, seek shelter.

This helper does not contact emergency services. You must call yourself.

When you are safe, you can read more about this emergency.

This content is in Draft and has not been professionally reviewed. Use alongside calling emergency services.

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