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Residents within the west finish of Peterborough, Ont., had a shock customer on Tuesday morning as a moose wandered into the town limits.
A number of individuals on social media reported seeing a calf, together with Paul Waudby who photographed it because it was strolling on the sidewalk on Glenforest Boulevard round 6:45 a.m.
There are unconfirmed studies of a moose seen heading additional east alongside Weller Road and Wallis Drive.
A number of individuals additionally reported seeing a moose wander onto the Kawartha Golf and Nation Membership golf course alongside Sherbrooke Road. It’s not identified if it was the calf or one other moose.
Peterborough police on Tuesday afternoon mentioned it had acquired a number of studies of a moose within the west finish. Police contacted the Ministry of Pure Assets and Forestry which suggested residents to report any moose sightings to its Peterborough work centre at 705-755-2001 or electronic mail [email protected].
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On Wednesday afternoon, police acknowledged the moose had been “safely moved” out of the town by MNRF officers.
Peterborough police and Ministry of Pure Assets and Forestry officers say a moose seen wandering within the west-end of the town was “safely moved.”
The ministry additionally offered some security suggestions if you happen to spot a wild animal within the metropolis:
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By no means method a wild animal. Maintain your self and pets (leashed) a secure distance away from wildlife.If a deer, elk or moose approaches you, again off and search for a tree, fence or constructing to cover behind. If the animal {charges}, run to the closest obstruction.Go away orphaned wild animals alone (dad and mom are sometimes shut by and can return for his or her younger)At all times drive with warning if wildlife could also be within the space. Brake firmly if an animal is standing on or crossing the street, stopping if vital. Swerving to keep away from hitting a wild animal might lead to lack of management and a extra severe collision.For those who see a wild animal whereas in your automobile don’t attempt to get nearer. Don’t feed it out of your automobile.If there may be a direct menace to public security, dial 911 or police.
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