Two polar bears attacked and killed a worker at a remote Canadian radar site.
The tragedy took place last Thursday on Brevoort Island, Nunavut.
The employee worked for Nasittuq Corporation, which confirmed the death in a statement.
The attack claimed the life of the worker, who has not been publicly identified, as well as one of the animals that had to be euthanized.
This incident is the second fatal polar bear attack since last year.
Two polar bears attacked and killed a worker at a remote Canadian radar site operated by Nasittuq Corporation
“Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and colleagues affected by this loss,” the company said in a statement.
‘Nasittuq Corporation is providing support to the family of the deceased during this difficult time. In addition, we are offering counseling services to all employees affected by this situation.
‘The safety and well-being of our employees is our top priority and we are deeply committed to ensuring a safe working environment.
“We are working closely with local authorities and regulatory agencies to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding this incident.”
The Arctic outpost where the horror unfolded is one of dozens of sites in the Northern Warning System that stretch 3,100 miles from Alaska to Canada.
The outposts form a network of surveillance stations against air raids or missile attacks.
The tragedy occurred on August 8 on Brevoort Island, Nunavut, and also resulted in the euthanasia of one of the bears.
Polar bear attacks on humans are rare, but have had fatal consequences in the past.
Last year, a woman and her son were killed by one of these animals in Wales, Alaska.
The attack was the first fatal encounter with a polar bear in the state in 30 years.
Polar bears live in Arctic regions such as Canada, Alaska, Russia, Greenland and Norway.