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Bears, coyotes spotted in unexpected SoCal places during scorching heat wave
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· August 25, 2026
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Key points This shift is believed to be causing a rise in sightings of certain animals. Wildlife experts note that extreme heat may be driving wild animals to seek water and shade in unexpected areas.
Wildlife experts note that extreme heat may be driving wild animals to seek water and shade in unexpected areas. This shift is believed to be causing a rise in sightings of certain animals. Bears and coyotes have been spotted in unusual locations.
Further information is available from the source regarding this phenomenon. Wildlife experts attribute the movement of these animals to the search for water and shade, likely due to the heat.
Details about the specific sightings and the areas where they occurred can be found in the full report from the source.
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Published: August 25, 2026 ·
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What is this story about? Wildlife experts note that extreme heat may be driving wild animals to seek water and shade in unexpected areas. This shift is believed to be causing a rise in sightings of certain animals. Bears and…
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