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Skagway Police Department
Friday August 2nd, 2024 :: 08:42 a.m. AKDT

Alert

Black Bear Spotted South of Liarsville, around DOT Shops - Advisory

A black bear was reported and subsequently located around the Corrington's RV Park and Alaska State DOT shops south of Liarsville approx. 2.7 mile Klondike Highway. This is an advisory alert for residents in the area who may encounter the bear around dwellings or out on walks - please continue to report any sightings of bears getting into property or garbage deposits to Skagway Police Dept. 907-983-2232

Instructions:

Secure any and all bear attractants, make sure to make plenty of noises if walking around alone,

Address/Location
Skagway Police Department
308 17th Ave
Skagway, AK 99840

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 907-983-2232

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Alert Details

Severity:
Minor - Minimal to no known threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Observed - Determined to have occurred or to be ongoing
Category:
Public and private transportation
Event:
Travel Warning

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