Bear Takes a Dip in Southern California Backyard Jacuzzi

A backyard pool is an alluring place to cool off during Southern California’s summer heat wave.

for a bear, even.

After receiving a report of a bear sighting in a residential area, Burbank police spotted the animal relaxing in a Jacuzzi behind one of the houses.

Following a brief plunge, the bear scaled a wall and made his way to a tree behind the house, according to a statement released by the police on Friday.

CP24 confirms the news on its official Twitter account:

In summer heat, bear spotted in Southern California backyard Jacuzzi https://t.co/k6AyKlmCdP

— CP24 (@CP24) July 30, 2023

A video of the animal in the area, which is close to the Verdugo Mountains and roughly 10 miles (16 kilometers) north of Los Angeles, was provided by the police.

The Burbank police have warned locals to stay away from bears and to lock up all trash and food to deter bears from entering their homes.

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