MISSOULA, Mont. - A black bear was seen in the family housing area near Garnet Court early Saturday morning, according to University of Montana (UM) police.
UM police said the bear was not acting aggressively, but would not leave the area.
"UMPD encourages everyone to be “Bear Aware” and to be vigilant if in this area. Please call UMPD at (406) 243-4000 or 911 in the event you encounter a bear," the police department said. "Bears that are agitated may appear to be non-threatening or passive at first. Bears that are agitated may snap or pop their jaws and make a woofing sound. Do not run. This may incite a predatory chase response."
Instead of running, you should back away slowly while facing the bear, and speak to it calmly to identify yourself as a human, UM police said. If the bear approaches, you should try to make yourself as loud and large as possible.
Montana Fish and Game was notified of the bear's presence.
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