Police have seen a significant increase in bear-related calls this year. The number of calls has risen nearly 80% compared to the same period last year. So far this year, 174 bear-related calls have been received, up from 97 last year.

The South Lake Tahoe Police Department reported this increase. Further details about the incidents and the department's response are available from the police department.

The rise in bear-related calls is a notable trend, with the number of calls nearly doubling from last year to this year. For more information, readers can consult the original report from the South Lake Tahoe Police Department.