PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCMENT

START DATE:       Oct. 31, 2001

STOP DATE:         Nov. 20, 2001

SUBJECT:             UAF Moose Alert

LOCATION:          University of Alaska Fairbanks

DATE & TIME:     Now through Nov. 20, 2001

DETAILS:

Each fall, moose living nearby tend to migrate onto the UAF campus. This migration prompts a warning about the dangers of encounters with wild animals.

Campus residents or visitors should not attempt to feed moose or try to interact with the animals. Moose can be easily frightened or can charge without notice.

A cow moose can be especially dangerous when trying to protect her offspring.

If you see a moose on campus, please call the UAF Police Department. Campus police, along with officials from the Department of Fish and Game, have been encouraging moose to move on to browsing areas off-campus by using emergency response vehicles equipped with sirens and lights.

Motorists should also use caution while traveling in the area.

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CONTACT: UAF Police Chief, Terry Vrabec, (907) 474-7721.

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