While on a fishing trip in the Arctic, a ship’s crew witnessed an uncommon sight: a polar bear swimming towards them. The bear was not in close proximity to any large ice formations, causing concern for the crew, who became even more alarmed when it began to follow their boat.
Aware that polar bears typically steer clear of humans and prefer to be alone, the crew understood that they needed to take action. Acting quickly, they lowered a rescue vessel to get a closer look and prepared for a potentially hazardous and uncertain encounter.