Bears
Government considers police rifle use amid bear attack surge
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Japan's government has intensified measures against a surge in bear attacks, including consideration of police rifle use, following a record 12 fatalities since April. A ministerial meeting involving multiple agencies ordered emergency actions, while municipalities raise pay for hunters. Officials describe the situation as a serious threat to public safety.
Akita governor requests SDF help as bear attacks spike
Akita Prefecture Governor Kenta Suzuki announced in a Sunday social media post his intent to request Self-Defense Forces assistance to address a surge in bear attacks. This follows a Friday incident where one person was killed and three injured. Bear attacks have reached record levels nationwide this year.