Unexpected Snags at World Para Athletics: Stray Dogs Bite Coaches
Two separate incidents at the World Para Athletics Championships saw stray dogs biting coaches from Kenya and Japan. Both coaches were treated at Safdarjung Hospital and are in stable condition. Organizers have implemented increased measures for safety, with dedicated teams capturing stray dogs to prevent further occurrences.
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In a surprising mishap at the World Para Athletics Championships, stray dogs bit coaches from Kenya and Japan in two separate incidents on Friday. Both victims have been treated and are now in stable condition.
Kenyan coach Dennis Maragia was outside the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium when he was bitten by a stray dog. Similarly, Japanese coach Meiko Okumatsu was supervising training when she too was attacked. Immediate medical attention was provided, and both were taken to Safdarjung Hospital for further treatment.
Organizers assure that they've increased safety measures, including deploying special teams to capture stray dogs and prevent similar incidents. Despite these precautions, repeated feeding of strays near the venue persists as a challenge. Enhanced safety protocols remain a top priority for the event's successful conduct.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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