Bear Electrocuted After Climbing 35ft Power Pole in New Mexico
A bear that climbed a 35ft telephone pole in New Mexico died from electrocution, according to the New Mexico Department of Fish and Wildlife.
POLICY WIRE — City, Country — A bear that climbed to the top of a 35ft (10m) telephone pole in New Mexico has died from electrocution, according to a report by the New York Post, which cited comments from the New Mexico Department of Fish and Wildlife.
The incident, which garnered significant attention after a viral video surfaced, ended tragically for the animal. Authorities confirmed the bear’s death was due to electrocution after it made contact with the live wires at the top of the pole.
The New Mexico Department of Fish and Wildlife provided details on the unfortunate event, emphasizing the dangers that electrical infrastructure poses to wildlife. The department didn’t offer further specifics on how the bear came to climb the pole or the exact circumstances leading to its death.
This incident serves as a stark reminder of the potential hazards that urban and suburban environments present to wildlife. As human development encroaches further into natural habitats, animals often encounter dangerous situations that can lead to tragic outcomes.
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Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)
