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Residents Urged to Stay Alert as Coyotes Roam New Haven

10/26/2025

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Coyotes are active in New Haven County, prompting residents to exercise caution around pets and people.
Jennifer Dellecamera and Alexandra Castro report sightings, including a coyote chasing people near a high school, and urge keeping pets close at night.
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection recommends making loud noises to deter coyotes, reporting unusual behavior, and keeping pets leashed.

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Story summary

Coyotes are active in New Haven County, prompting residents to exercise caution around pets and people.
Jennifer Dellecamera and Alexandra Castro report sightings, including a coyote chasing people near a high school, and urge keeping pets close at night.
The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection recommends making loud noises to deter coyotes, reporting unusual behavior, and keeping pets leashed.