In the heart of the vast savanna, where shadows danced and survival reigned supreme, a solitary antelope stood frozen in time. Its eyes wide with terror, it witnessed the relentless advance of a mighty lion. The predator’s golden mane flowed in the breeze, its sharp claws glinting in the low sunlight. The distance between them dwindled with each thunderous stride, each heavy thud shaking the ground. The antelope’s muscles tensed, ready to bolt at the first sign of danger. But as the lion drew ever closer, an unexpected force held it back. A sharp thorn had pierced its paw, sending a searing pain coursing through its body. The lion let out a roar of frustration, its momentum faltering. The antelope seized the opportunity, its legs pumping like pistons as it bolted away into the undergrowth. As the lion limped away in pursuit, the antelope glanced back over its shoulder. Its heart pounded in its chest, its breath coming in ragged gasps. It had escaped the jaws of death, but the memory of the encounter would forever linger in its mind. From that day forward, the antelope carried the scar of that fateful day as a grim reminder: “So close to being eaten.” It whispered the words to itself, a cautionary tale that echoed through the savanna, forever ingrained in the fabric of its existence.SCDF Deploys EMS Crews on Ships to Enhance Operational SafetySCDF Deploys EMS Crews on Ships to Enhance Operational Safety In response to the tragic death of Captain Kenneth Tay in a ship fire, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) has implemented an interim measure to enhance medical support for marine firefighting emergencies. Effective July 1st, EMS crews will be deployed alongside marine firefighting teams onto affected ships. Previously, EMS crews would only be dispatched to nearby landing points. However, since July 1st, a paramedic and two emergency medical technicians (EMTs) will be activated from the nearest land fire station and deploy with the firefighting teams. EMTs are junior to paramedics in terms of medical competence. Marine firefighting teams also include firefighters trained as EMTs. Together with the EMS crew, they will provide enhanced medical interventions in case of emergencies during marine fires. This move aims to improve operational safety and ensure immediate medical assistance for personnel involved in firefighting operations.A group of young campers narrowly escaped being eaten by a large black bear in the wilderness of Northern California. The group of six campers, all in their early 20s, were hiking in the Tahoe National Forest when they encountered the bear. The bear charged at the group, its large teeth bared. The campers were able to scare the bear away by making loud noises and throwing rocks. However, the bear continued to circle the group, its hungry eyes fixed on them. “We were so close to being eaten,” said one of the campers, who declined to give his name. “The bear was so big and powerful. It was terrifying.” The campers were eventually able to escape the bear’s grasp and make their way back to safety. However, they were shaken by the experience. “It was a close call,” said another camper. “We’re just lucky to be alive.” The incident is a reminder of the dangers of hiking in bear country. Bears are powerful predators that can attack without warning. It is important to be aware of your surroundings and to take precautions to avoid encounters with bears. If you encounter a bear, do not run. Instead, stand your ground and make yourself look as large as possible. Make loud noises and throw rocks or other objects at the bear. If the bear charges, fight back with anything you can find.