Police in Bonavista are warning residents of recent polar bear sightings in the area.
A bear and two cubs were spotted in Melrose over the weekend.
Wildlife officers are involved and residents are asked not to travel near any wooded areas in the community at this time.
Bonavista RCMP warns residents of Melrose of polar bear sightings (a bear and two cubs) last night in the town. Provincial Wildlife Officers are engaged. Please avoid unnecessary travel to the area and do not travel in the wooded area surrounding the community. pic.twitter.com/D27gAeR95C
— RCMP Newfoundland and Labrador (@RCMPNL) March 12, 2023
