A burn-injured bear cub rescued in BC is recovering and expected to survive, hailed as a Christmas miracle.

A bear cub rescued in northeastern British Columbia with severe burns, likely from a fire during hibernation, is expected to survive and fully recover. Found near Dawson Creek with scorched fur and injuries to its face and feet, the female cub was transported eight hours to a wildlife rehabilitation facility. Wildlife officials and the Northern Lights Wildlife Society reported positive progress, calling the recovery a "Christmas miracle." The exact cause of the fire remains unknown, but the case underscores risks to wildlife in fire-prone areas and the vital work of remote rescue efforts. The cub remains under care with plans to release it once healed.