Roaming polar bear spotted in Fleur De Lys

People in a small town on Newfoundand's BaieVerte Peninsula were treated to a polar bear sighting Tuesday, but were warned to stay away.

The Town of Fleur De Lys posted photos on social media of the majestic creature walking along the shorelineand looking straight at the camera.

A post on the town's Facebook page says the animal was spotted across the harbour, and to keep pets inside.

The animal was reported to wildlife officials, who, according to the social media post, were en route.

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