Two Colorado Children Injured in Separate Elk Attacks

Incidents in Estes Park prompt warnings and closures amid calving season.

An 8-year-old girl and a 4-year-old boy were attacked by cow elk in Estes Park within four days.
Both children were hospitalized and later released after being stomped multiple times.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife officials used non-lethal measures to haze the elk away from public areas.
Signs and closures have been implemented to warn residents and visitors of aggressive elk behavior.
Authorities emphasize the importance of maintaining distance from wildlife, especially during calving season.