DOUGLAS COUNTY - There has been an increase in bear sightings in Douglas County in recent weeks, and in one case a bear entered a home and caused damage.
The Douglas County Sheriff's Office say they've received reports about bear sightings in the areas of Larkspur, Castle Pines and Roxborough Village. In one case, a bear entered a home and caused damage to the inside of the house according to deputies.
A bear was also spotted in a tree near Roxborough Elementary School in Littleton on Monday.
Colorado Parks and Wildlife says it's the time of year when bears are seeking food for their long winter nap. It is likely there will be more bears sightings between now and October.
The following are a few tips to help keep bears from coming onto your property:
- Do not feed bears or leave food out for bears.
- Do not leave trash outside overnight unless it is in a bear proof container.Keep your garage door closed.
- Do not leave food in your car.Keep all lower level windows and doors tightly shut.
Bears can smell odors up to five miles away so keeping odors down or concealed is a benefit.
For more information on bears in Colorado or for more safety tips, please visit the Colorado Parks and Wildlife website at: http://cpw.state.co.us/learn/Pages/LivingwithWildlifeBears1.aspx
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