Bears on the Hunt: Drought Drives Surge | Denver News

Bears are crashing through Colorado neighborhoods in record numbers this year—over 6,000 sightings already logged, double last year’s total. Drought has stripped away berries and acorns, forcing hungry bears into backyards, trash cans, and even hotels as they enter hyperphagia mode to fatten up for winter. Experts warn the worst is yet to come, with fall being the peak season. Officials urge residents to secure trash, clean grills, and avoid feeding wildlife—or face fines under new laws. It’s a tense reality check: coexisting with bears when their survival depends on our caution. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://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/3401085afa7eb57d