Woman attacked by wolves in safari park near Paris

A woman is in intensive care after being attacked by wolves while jogging in an animal park near Paris, according to French media reports. The 36-year-old victim was staying at a lodge within Thoiry park and strayed into the main safari zone, which is reserved for cars. She was attacked by three arctic wolves and suffered severe bites to her neck, back, and leg. Thoiry, located about 40km west of Paris, is one of France's most popular wildlife parks. The park is home to around 800 animals that are allowed to roam freely while visitors watch them from the safety of their vehicles.

The park offers accommodation near the wolf and bear enclosures, with the lodge area protected by electric fences and ditches, according to the France Info news site. It is not clear why the woman entered the car-only safari zone. Park authorities have not made any comments so far. 'We do not know at this stage whether the guest made a mistake or whether there was a problem with the signposts,' an unnamed police source told Le Parisien newspaper.

The woman was rescued after park attendants heard her screams as she was being attacked and was taken to a nearby hospital. An investigation is underway to determine the circumstances of the incident. Thoiry park is designed to allow visitors to observe animals in a naturalistic setting while ensuring their safety. The park's lodges are situated near the animal enclosures but are separated by protective measures such as electric fences and ditches. The woman who was attacked was staying at one of these lodges.

The park has not yet provided any official statements regarding the attack. The exact reason why the woman entered the restricted car-only zone remains unknown. A police source mentioned that it is unclear whether the woman made an error or if there was an issue with the signage. The woman was ultimately saved when park staff heard her cries for help. She was promptly taken to a hospital and is currently receiving intensive care. Authorities are conducting an investigation to uncover the details of what went wrong.