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A black bear injured a woman and her dog on an Anmore back deck. Conservation officers are monitoring the area for bear activity.
Woman and Dog Hurt in Anmore Bear Attack
ANMORE, B.C. — A black bear injured a woman and her dog during an encounter on the back deck of a home in Anmore earlier this week.
According to British Columbia’s Conservation Officer Service, the attack happened Monday. The woman was at her property when the bear came onto the deck.
She suffered injuries that were not life-threatening. Meanwhile, her dog was also injured.
Bear Gone When Officers Arrived
Conservation officers responded after the attack. However, the bear had already left the property by the time they arrived.
The service said it is now watching the area for signs of bear activity. Officers will also respond if needed to help keep people safe.
Residents in the area are being urged to stay alert. In particular, people should take care around homes, yards and outdoor spaces where bears may look for food.
Another Bear Attack Happened in Maple Ridge
The Anmore attack comes just weeks after another serious bear encounter in Metro Vancouver.
Earlier this month, a three-year-old girl was attacked by a black bear on the back deck of her home in Maple Ridge.
In that case, a parent stepped in and drove the bear away. The child was then flown to B.C. Children’s Hospital with injuries that were not life-altering.
Later, RCMP officers killed the bear.
Officials Continue to Watch the Area
The two incidents have renewed concern about bear activity around homes in Metro Vancouver.
For now, conservation officers say they will continue to monitor the Anmore area. They will also take action when needed to protect public safety.
As a result, residents should remain cautious when spending time outdoors, especially in areas where bears have recently been seen.
