Yellowstone Bison Attack Sends Grandfather 8 Feet Into the Air

September 11, 2026
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A Yellowstone bison attack left 65-year-old Carl McDaniel with a femur broken in four places after the animal charged and threw him roughly eight feet into the air as he tried to draw it away from his 13-year-old grandson. Though the bison stood over him and could have attacked again, Carl survived, underwent surgery, and was taking his first steps in physical therapy just days later, a close call he and others see as a powerful reminder of God’s mercy and protection.

Listen For:

  • How a peaceful Yellowstone wildlife encounter suddenly turned into a terrifying bison attack

  • Why Carl told his grandson to run while he tried to draw the charging bison away

  • The remarkable moment the bison stood over Carl but did not attack again

  • How a witness stepped in to help, and Carl began walking again just days after surgery

To see photos and video from both stories, visit GodUpdates:

https://www.godtube.com/blog/man-thrown-8-feet-air-bison-yellowstone.html

https://www.godtube.com/blog/curious-bear-climbs-into-colorado-mans-truck.html

Tags: Yellowstone bison attack, bison attack video, Yellowstone National Park, wildlife encounter, grandfather saves grandson, survival story, God’s protection, miracle, faith story

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