CASS COUNTY, N.D. (Valley News Live) – The Cass County Sheriff’s Office is warning rural residents after a black bear was spotted in two areas during June.
The bear has been seen in both Harwood and rural Amenia, the sheriff’s office said. Authorities do not know if it is the same animal, but are issuing the alert out of “an abundance of caution” and in the interest of public safety.
Residents are urged to stay vigilant and be aware of their surroundings, especially during the summer months when children are outside more often.
Parents are encouraged to talk with their children about what to do if they see a bear — specifically, to notify an adult immediately and to stay away from the animal.
Anyone who sees the bear is asked to call 911 right away.
The sheriff’s office also reminds residents to keep garbage cans closed and, when possible, stored inside a building or other enclosed structure to avoid attracting wildlife.
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