Georgia experts have issued a warning to residents to be aware of an increase of black bear sightings and tips to avoid potential encounters. The Georgia Department of Natural Resources’ Wildlife ...

According to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources, that means black bears are waking from hibernation.

As black bears begin emerging from hibernation across Georgia, state wildlife officials are urging residents to take precautions to avoid attracting them to homes and neighborhoods.

As black bears emerge from their winter dens this spring, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources urges residents to ...