Mongolia issues bear alert as sightings spike near homes-Xinhua
ULAN BATOR, Oct. 6 (Xinhua) -- Bear sightings in and around residential areas across Mongolia have continued in recent months, with authorities warning the public to remain vigilant and take precautions to reduce potential risks. Videos showing bears entering or damaging traditional Mongolian round-shaped dwellings, known as gers, and houses, as well as attacking livestock in several provinces, have also gone viral on social media, highlighting the growing impact of human-bear encounters on local communities. More recently, several bear sightings have been reported in the capital, Ulan Bator, prompting authorities to urge residents to exercise caution and take necessary precautions to protect themselves and others. In the eastern province of Khentii, at least 192 bear sightings have ...