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CTV News
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- General
- CTV News
‘Black bear roaming in residential yards' in McNabb-Braeside Township: OPP warns
An OPP cruiser is pictured in this undated photo. (Source: OPP Central Region) The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is warning residents of a bear sighting in the Poole Street area of McNabb-Braeside Township Wednesday morning. Police say they received multiple calls shortly after 8:00 a.m., reporting a 'small black bear roaming in residential yards' near Division Street South before 'heading towards Trail 106 of the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs.' Residents who have pets or children are asked to be cautious, police say, noting that the small bear did not seem to pose an immediate threat. Here's what to do when approached by a bear: Do not turn and run if the bear tries to approach you. Back away slowly while watching the bear. Remain calm, make yourself appear as big as possible, make loud noises and throw rocks. 'Often the bear is just passing through and will move on if no food source is found,' The OPP said in a news release. Police say you can prevent bears from approaching your area by making sure your garbage is stored in airtight containers. More information is available online. Anyone who sees a bear is asked to call the non-emergency, toll-free Bear Wise reporting line at 1-866-514-2327. In case of an emergency, call 9-1-1.
CTV News
27-05-2025
- General
- CTV News
Minden Hills residents are being advised of recent bear sightings
Residents of Minden Hills are being advised of recent bear sightings reported near residential areas. Local authorities have been notified, and the Township is reminding the public of safety procedures in the event of a bear encounter. If you spot a bear, especially one rummaging through a garbage or wandering near a home, it is important to report the sighting. Non-emergency sightings should be directed to the Bear Wise reporting line at 1-866-514-2327. However, if a bear is acting aggressively or poses an immediate threat to personal safety, the town asks you to call 911. In line with safety advice from Parks Canada, avoiding an encounter is always the best approach. Here are a few things to remember if you encounter a black bear: Make noise as you move through wooded areas, particularly near streams, berry patches, or in dense vegetation. Clap your hands, sing, or talk loudly. Watch for signs such as tracks, droppings, or overturned logs. If signs are fresh, leave the area immediately. Keep pets on a leash. Dogs can provoke aggressive behaviour in bears and should not be brought into bear-prone backcountry areas. Throw objects, wave your arms and make noise with a whistle, air horn or yelling if the bear does not leave. Not every bear sighting is an emergency situation. Bears are smart, curious, powerful and potentially dangerous, according to the Government of Ontario. If you are a hiker, cyclist, jogger, berry picker or you plan to spend some time outdoors, alert bears to your presence so they can avoid you.
Al Jazeera
26-05-2025
- Sport
- Al Jazeera
Bear stops play: Japan golf event ended after furry sighting
Golfers in Japan had more than just bunkers to deal with when a bear sighting brought an early end to a tournament. The final round of the Twinfields Ladies on the women's second-tier Step Up tour was cancelled at the weekend after a bear was spotted. Human encounters with bears have reached record levels in Japan with 219 people attacked and six killed in the 12 months to April 2024.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Yahoo
Bear spotted in O'Fallon; residents urged to keep distance
O'FALLON, Mo. – Officials from the O'Fallon Missouri Police Department are cautioning residents following a bear sighting in the O'Fallon neighborhood. The police department shared the announcement on Facebook just after 6 p.m. Friday. The bear was spotted in the Haycastle Drive area. They believe the animal is moving northeast. Video courtesy of Wesley Dugger Because of this rare sighting, the O'Fallon police are asking people to keep a safe distance from the bear. Locals are also urged to not feed or call the bear. The Missouri Department of Conservation has been informed regarding the incident. The department, however, advised that the bear is expected to leave the area on its own. 'Let's all do our part to keep both the community and the bear safe. Thank you for your cooperation,' the police department concluded on Facebook. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
