Bears have been roaming the Burbank neighborhood for over a week, causing concern among residents.
KTLA viewers first recorded a video of Bear on April 19, saying they saw the animals for two nights in a row in a driveway on Elmwood Avenue.
Wanting to say the words, the man shared the footage so that his neighbors could recognize his presence. In the video, the bear is full across the driveway before sniffing, and ultimately knocking down the trash can.
“It happened last night and two nights ago,” the man said on April 19th. [again]. ”
Another viewer sent KTLA video footage of what appears to be the same bear behind her Elmwood Avenue home Tuesday morning.
After roaming the Burbank neighborhood for over a week, the bear has raised great concern among residents. (Viewer Photo) After roaming the Burbank neighborhood for more than a week, the bear has raised great concern among residents. (Viewer photos)
“The bear has been roaming Elmwood Avenue about a week and a half, and there is growing concern among residents,” viewers said. “Bears are seen multiple times throughout the neighborhood, poses safety risks, including property damage and the possibility of intrusion.”
She also said that she and other local residents have contacted Animal Control in Burbank and a bear sighting warning has been issued in the area in the 1200 block of Elmwood Avenue. Another resident who spoke to KTLA on Tuesday morning said it was the first time he had seen a bear on his street.
“It’s a wild animal… Imagine someone walking their dog or just walking, and the bear attacks them,” the resident, identified only as Jack, told Carlos Herrera of KTLA 5. “So scary”
A press release from Burbank officials shows that by April 21st they were aware of the bear’s activities.
“Beware: as the weather warms, wildlife becomes more active,” Burbank’s animal shelter said on social media.
After roaming the Burbank neighborhood for over a week, the bear has raised great concern among residents. (Viewer photos)
Wildlife sightings in Burbank can be reported by calling 818-238-3340, but if you run into a bear or attack someone, call 911 immediately. Find out more about bears from people living in the Burbank area here.
The California Fish and Wildlife website offers more resources surrounding human interactions for residents.
