Multiple Cougar Sightings Reported in Corvallis, San Juan County, Squamish Valley

Corvallis, Oregon, has experienced numerous cougar sightings recently, with multiple confirmed and reported encounters across the city, including areas such as NW Estaview Drive, SW Campus Way, NW Nightingale Place, and NW Westview Place. Police and the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) are monitoring the situation closely, warning residents to keep pets indoors, supervise children, and maintain vigilance. ODFW has stated that if cougars are captured, they would be euthanized rather than relocated due to public safety concerns. Authorities emphasize giving cougars space to retreat and advise residents to stay calm, avoid running, and make themselves appear large if encountering a cougar. Similar cautionary advice has been issued in other regions, such as Washington's San Juan County and British Columbia's Squamish Valley, where cougar sightings and attacks on pets have prompted wildlife officials to urge residents to take preventive measures. Reporting sightings promptly to local law enforcement or wildlife agencies is encouraged to help monitor and manage the cougar presence.