Bears Near Homes in PA

Black bears are increasingly venturing into suburban yards in southwestern Pennsylvania, with one family in Lawrence County getting a chilling midnight encounter—mama bear and four cubs right outside their house. Just days prior, the husband had a close brush with a bear near the garage. Experts urge residents not to run if they spot a bear, as it triggers chase instincts and could escalate danger. Instead, stand your ground and make noise. With mating season underway, bear sightings are on the rise. Stay safe by removing attractants like bird feeders and keep an eye out with security cameras. For more tips, visit bearwise.org. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/998ac52734436f06