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A bear rescued by Last Resort Wildlife Refuge is recovering from smoke inhalation and burns after being found exhausted near the New Jersey-New York state border.

The bear was discovered curled up on smoldering ground.

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Crews relocated her to higher ground and a den for recovery.

Officials say the bear suffered from smoke inhalation and burns on her paws, but is expected to make a full recovery.