Mountain Lion Spotted In Half Moon Bay
HALF MOON BAY (BCN) - A mountain lion was seen Saturday night in Half Moon Bay, according to the San Mateo County sheriff's Office of Emergency Services.
The cougar was seen in the vicinity of 2001 Ruisseau Francais Ave. at around 9 p.m., according to officials.
Residents who encounter a mountain lion should notify police immediately and avoid approaching the wild animal.
Mountain lions generally try to avoid confrontation, but residents who encounter the animal should not flee, but rather face the animal, make noise and try to appear larger with arm waving.
Residents are advised to avoid hiking or jogging when the cats are most active—at dawn, dusk and night—and to keep a close watch on small children.
More information about mountain lions is available at www.keepmewild.org.
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