Police are still monitoring the mountain lion. It was last seen in the area of the 1900 block of Byron Avenue. Animal Control Officers are on scene. It is likely that the mountain lion will move again. Residents in the immediate area should be aware and keep pets indoors.
If you see a mountain lion in Palo Alto, please call 9-1-1 immediately and stay away from them. For more safety tips on mountain lions, including detailed instructions on what to do if you encounter one, please see: https://www.cityofpaloalto.org/gov/depts/pol/as/wildlife/mlions.asp.
