In Fukushima Prefecture, there have been a number of bear sightings this winter from the beginning of the year until March, when bears are hibernating, and it is expected that the number of bears emerging from hibernation will increase in the future. '' has been issued throughout the prefecture, calling for countermeasures.
According to the prefecture, last year there were 709 reported bear sightings and 15 attacks on humans, the highest number since records were kept in 2006.
In addition, the number of bear sightings received from the beginning of the year to March usually ranged from 0 to 3 per month, but this year there were 9 in
January
and 9 in February. 8 cases ▽
A significant increase
of 8 cases in March .
The prefecture issued an ``Japanese black bear warning'' for the entire prefecture on the 1st, stating that bears may wake up from hibernation earlier this year due to the warm winter, and that the number of bears is expected to increase in the future. .
The advisory recommends
measures to avoid encounters with bears and prevent damage,
such as wearing something that makes noise, such as a bell or radio, when doing outdoor activities, and not leaving
garbage around your house.
I'm calling on you to take it.
The "Japanese black bear warning" is scheduled to last until the end of July this year.