Two Bears Killed by Suspected Vehicle Collisions in Arizona, Florida

Two separate incidents involving bears killed by suspected vehicle collisions were reported recently in the U.S. Southwest and Southeast. In Tucson, Arizona, a bear was found dead near Houghton Road and Interstate 10, with authorities suspecting it was hit by a car and investigating to rule out foul play. Meanwhile, in St. Johns County, Florida, wildlife officials confirmed that a 300-pound adult male bear was killed in a suspected vehicle crash off Interstate 95 near County Road 210. Officials in Florida noted that bears tend to cross busy roads more frequently during this time of year in search of food, advising drivers to slow down, especially on rural highways at dawn or dusk, and to heed wildlife crossing signs. They also encouraged the public to report any injured or dead bears to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission. Both incidents highlight ongoing concerns about wildlife-vehicle collisions and the need for driver awareness to protect animals and prevent accidents.