Romanian bears prompt alerts in Argeș and Brașov

Authorities issued an RO‑Alert in the Argeș county commune of Budeasa after a bear was sighted near homes, urging residents to stay indoors, keep distance, protect pets and call 112 if needed.

In Brașov, a bear was filmed climbing down a power pole, a clip that spread online as a humorous meme. Experts warn that shrinking habitats and easy access to food are increasing bear encounters near settlements and advise the public not to approach or photograph the animals and to report sightings to the authorities.