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Râsnov Installs Electric Fences to Combat Bear Encounters

7/17/2025

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To combat the rising bear encounters in Râsnov, Romania, city officials have erected 800 meters of electric fencing around residential areas, with plans for an additional 5,200 meters. Environment Minister Diana Buzoianu has also introduced fines for those who feed bears, highlighting the urgent need for protective measures as the bear population surpasses sustainable limits.

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To combat the rising bear encounters in Râsnov, Romania, city officials have erected 800 meters of electric fencing around residential areas, with plans for an additional 5,200 meters. Environment Minister Diana Buzoianu has also introduced fines for those who feed bears, highlighting the urgent need for protective measures as the bear population surpasses sustainable limits.