Beaver Attack Prompts Closure of Sections at Seneca Creek State Park
Seneca Creek State Park in Montgomery County, Maryland, has closed sections due to a beaver attack on a 10-year-old girl, marking the third such incident in the state within a month.
Washington, DC, August 14, 2026 —
Montgomery County, MD – Sections of Seneca Creek State Park in Montgomery County, Maryland, have been closed following a beaver attack on a 10-year-old girl. This incident marks the third reported beaver attack in Maryland within the past month.
The specifics of the attack, including the exact date and the extent of the girl’s injuries, were not immediately available. Park officials have not provided details regarding the specific areas of the park that have been closed or the duration of the closures.
Maryland Department of Natural Resources (DNR) officials have been investigating the incidents. Beavers, while generally not aggressive, can attack if they feel threatened or are protecting their territory. The increase in reported attacks has raised concerns among park visitors and wildlife officials.
The previous two incidents also involved beaver encounters, though details such as the location, date, and whether any injuries occurred were not provided in the summary. The state has seen a rise in these animal encounters in a short period, prompting safety advisories in affected areas.
Further information regarding the park closures and ongoing investigations by the DNR is expected.
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