Class B
First-hand
BFRO #3121
Hiker hears loud scream in Sequoia National Park
6 September 2001
just after sunset, almost dark
Three Rivers, Tulare County, California
1 witness
Account
The witness was camping alone in the backcountry of Sequoia National Park and preparing dinner just after sunset. The witness heard loud repeated screams described as non-human and unnerving, lasting about 30 seconds before ending abruptly. About 15 minutes later coyotes were heard barking nearby. The witness stayed alert that night but reported no further occurrences for the remainder of the trip.
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Facts & provenance
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| Date |
6 September 2001
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| Time of day |
just after sunset, almost dark
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| Place |
Three Rivers, Tulare County, California
Stated
BFRO report #3121
· BFRO report, labelled fields: State, County, Nearest Town, Location Details, Nearest Road
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| Map point |
36.22, -118.67 (± 1000 m)
BFRO map layer point for report 3121 (4 decimals, no boundary)
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| Account type |
First-hand
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| Witnesses |
1
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| Witness was |
camping alone in backcountry, preparing dinner
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| Source classification |
Class B
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Source timeline
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BFRO report #3121 Primary
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