Warning issued after moose spotted in Fort St. John

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — The City of Fort St. John has issued a wildlife warning after a moose was spotted in the city. 

In a Facebook post uploaded on January 5th to the City of Fort St. John’s page, a moose was spotted in the Toboggan Hill Park area near the off-leash dog park. 

The wildlife warning has reminded residents to be cautious and aware in the area and avoid travelling in groups or making noise at the risk of surprising wildlife. 

Pet owners are advised to keep their dogs on leash and away from wild animals.

Additionally, residents are asked to avoid animals’ feeding grounds and watch for changes in animal behaviour which might mean they are too close. 

Advice was also given in case of a bear encounter – do not run, speak calmly yet firmly while trying to appear larger and back away slowly. 

In case the bear becomes aggressive, people are asked to throw things if attacked and fight back.