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Utah bear encounters double amid 'extreme conditions'; how Southern Utahns can prevent conflicts

— Bear encounters requiring Utah Division of Wildlife Resources response have doubled this year, driven by drought and food shortages pushing bears into neighborhoods, with several incidents in Southern Utah counties…

St George News (Washington County) 3d ago

Utah bear encounters double amid 'extreme conditions'; how Southern Utahns can prevent conflicts

— The Utah Division of Wildlife Resources reports bear encounters requiring a response have doubled this year compared to last, with sightings across Southern Utah linked to severe drought conditions. Officials offer…

Cedar City News (Iron County) 2d ago

Drought and wildfires cause wildlife to appear in Utah's residential areas

— Drought and wildfires are pushing deer, bears, foxes, mountain lions and coyotes into Utah residential areas in search of food and water, according to a USU Extension wildlife specialist, who offers safety tips for…