BILLERICA, MASS. (WHDH) - Officials are warning Billerica residents to be on alert after a black bear was spotted roaming through the town Wednesday morning.

The bear was seen on Pequot Street near Rexhame Street, according to Billerica Animal Control.

Residents are urged to be vigilant with chickens and small animals.

Bird feeders should be taken in and trash cans must be secured, officials advised.

Multiple bear sightings were reported in the town in October.

 

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