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Saanich police warn public of cougar sighting in Cedar Hill area
- Saanich Police warned residents on Friday morning about a cougar sighting near the 4200 block of Cedar Hill Road in the PKOLS area.
- The warning followed several sightings in Saanich and Central Saanich, including one near Brentwood waterfront the previous day, indicating increased cougar activity locally.
- Authorities have notified the BC Conservation Officer Service and requested people outside near Cedar Hill and Cedarglen roads to stay alert and exercise caution.
- Saanich Police advised residents to walk away slowly if they see a cougar and to contact BC Conservation Officers at 1-877-952-7277, while noting Vancouver Island hosts roughly 800 cougars.
- Officials warn that securing attractants can improve safety as increased sightings likely reflect more reports, not necessarily more wildlife activity in the area.
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Saanich Police warn of another cougar sighting in residential area
Saanich Police are warning residents of several cougar sightings in the PKOLS (formerly Mt. Doug) area Friday morning. Police say the animal was spotted in the 4200 block of Cedar Hill Road, just south of the mountain. “Our officers are in the area attempting to locate the animal and the BC Conservation Service have been notified,” said Saanich Police in a release around 10:40 a.m. “We are asking those who are outside in the area of Cedar Hill R…
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