Drought and bearsColorado’s drought has prompted a record number of bear sightings this year as natural food sources dwindle, according to Colorado Parks and Wildlife (CPW). CPW urges residents to “be especially vigilant about securing trash and other food sources.” The agency saw nearly twice as many bear reports and conflicts between Jan. 1 and Aug. 13, 2026, compared to the same period last year — the highest number of reports since it instal…
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