Black Bear Spotted in Carrollwood Area Multiple Times Over Past Five Days

So what should you do if you encounter a black bear? According to Google:

1. Keep a safe distance. Back away slowly.
2. Make yourself look bigger by lifting and waving arms.
3. Make noise by yelling, using noisemakers, or whistles.
4. DO NOT run. Do not make eye contact. Let the bear leave the area on its own.

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