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WildSafeBC Warns of Moose and Grizzly Bear Sightings in Fernie

According to WildSafeBC, a grizzly bear was reported by Highway 3 across from the Stanford Inn and on the trail by the Cedars, while an aggressive moose reportedly charged a dog on Thursday.

The moose reportedly charged and injured a dog on Kiddy Up trail.

“Moose are not normally aggressive but can be very dangerous if approached or startled,” said WildSafeBC. “Never approach or feed wildlife.”

The recent wildlife sightings are prompting reminders to the public to be cautious.

Anyone looking to report any conflict with humans and wildlife can contact 1-877-952-7277 or visit WildSafeBC’s website.

More: WildSafeBC Species (WildSafeBC)

Bradley Jones
Bradley Jones
Delivering local news and sports in the East Kootenay since April 2016, Bradley now calls Cranbrook home. Born and raised in Airdrie, AB, Bradley graduated from Lethbridge College, and has been a journalist, news anchor and reporter since 2014. Bradley took on local News Director responsibilities when he moved to Cranbrook in 2016. He is now Vista Radio's Kootenay News Director, managing and overseeing all news operations at the company's five regional radio stations in Cranbrook, Creston, Nelson, Castlegar, and Grand Forks.

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