Event Brief
Bear encounters surge in Sevier County
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 29, 2026 at 5:20 PM ET
UPDATED Oct 01, 2026 at 8:20 PM ET
Summary: Bear-human interactions are increasing in Sevier County as Tennessee moves to curb illegal feeding. Wildlife agents have killed 60 bears, and officials are urging residents and visitors to stop feeding wildlife and follow safety guidance to reduce encounters.
WHO: Tennessee wildlife agents and state officials
WHAT: Wildlife agents killed 60 bears amid a crackdown on illegal feeding as bear-human encounters rise in Sevier County.
WHEN: Oct 01, 2026 at 7:21 PM ET
WHERE: Sevier County, Tennessee
WHY: The crackdown is aimed at stopping illegal feeding that is contributing to more bear-human interactions.
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