{"id":838169,"date":"2026-09-06T06:44:17","date_gmt":"2026-09-06T06:44:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/838169\/"},"modified":"2026-09-06T06:44:17","modified_gmt":"2026-09-06T06:44:17","slug":"bear-sightings-in-downtown-sonora-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us\/838169\/","title":{"rendered":"Bear Sightings In Downtown Sonora Area"},"content":{"rendered":"

Sonora, CA \u2013 A big black bear was roaming near the Mother Lode Fairgrounds early this morning near downtown Sonora, and a resident wants to warn the public.<\/p>\n

The property owner was astonished to see the animal on their security cameras after walking through a gate onto the premises. Click on the video tab under the image box photo to view the first of two videos. It shows the bear at 1:33 a.m. walking over to some trash and recycling bins, but since they were bear-proof, it lost interest.<\/p>\n

In the second video here, the bear can be seen<\/a> about to walk through a metal gate but instead starts to climb a nearby tree. The animal then changes its mind and retreats out of the gate.<\/p>\n

Due to the bear being in such a populated area, the resident wanted to share the video and let his neighbors and others know what was lurking around the area and the potential dangers to families and pets.<\/p>\n

The California Department of Fish and Wildlife gives these tips for bear sightings:<\/p>\n

Keep your distance: Never approach or follow the bear.
\nSecure food and trash: Keep garbage, pet food, and other attractants locked away.
\nProtect pets & children: Bring pets inside or keep them supervised and on a leash. Do not leave children alone outside.
\nGive it space: Let the bear move away on its own.<\/p>\n

When to Call for Help: Call 911:<\/p>\n

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