Polar Bear Invasion Causes State of Emergency in Russia

Polar Bear Invasion Causes Russia Region to Declare State of Emergency Authorities say around 50 bears have overrun the remote archipelago of Novaya Zemlya. According to 'CNN,' bears have been seen gathering around the area since December. The state of emergency in Novaya Zemlya was called after the bears began acting aggressively. People are scared, and afraid to leave their homes. Parents are unwilling to let their children go to school or nursery According to scientists, the bears are in the area due to climate change shrinking their territory. In Russia, polar bears are prohibited from being shot due to them being an endangered species. Officials say specialists have been called in to sedate and remove the bears peacefully.