Black Mountain sees spike in black bear activity, sightings over recent weeks

BLACK MOUNTAIN, N.C. (WLOS) — If you’ve noticed more black bears around Black Mountain lately, you’re not alone. The Black Mountain Police Department says sightings have become much more common over the past several weeks.

“Last week, we had a lot of calls about bears and cubs as well,” Deputy Chief Chris Kuhn said.

From taking a dip in pools to rummaging through trash cans and even breaking into cars, bears are showing up in neighborhoods across the area…

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