Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development
February 2, 2016
Public Advisory: Polar Bear Warning Issued for the South Coast of Labrador
The Forestry and Agrifoods Agency is cautioning residents of the south coast of Labrador about polar bears in and around several communities.
Polar bears have been reported in:
- Charlottetown;
- Black Tickle;
- Norman Bay; and
- The Wunderstrands area.
Residents are encouraged to take appropriate steps, including the proper storage, collection and disposal of garbage, to avoid attracting bears into their communities and backyards.
If an individual encounters a polar bear, they should:
- Remain calm;
- Give the bear(s) space;
- Back away; get out of the situation; never run;
- If you must speak, do so calmly and firmly; and
- Avoid direct eye contact with the bear(s).
Anyone sighting a polar bear is asked to contact their local District Forestry Office. A list of offices can be found at: www.faa.gov.nl.ca/department/contact_forestry.html#satellite
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Media contact:
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Tansy Mundon Director of Communications Department of Business, Tourism, Culture and Rural Development Forestry and Agrifoods Agency 709-729-4570, 693-1865 tansymundon@gov.nl.ca |
2016 02 02 2:40 p.m.