SPOKANE VALLEY, Wash. -- People living in a Spokane Valley neighborhood have reported several moose sightings since the weather started to warm up.Â
Crystal Schofield sent in photos of a moose that she found hanging out in her yard around 6:00 a.m. Tuesday. It was still in the neighborhood after lunch time.
It's not uncommon to see moose wandering neighborhoods in the Inland Northwest any time of year. Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) advises people to pick up fallen fruit or run a line of reflective material around areas you want wild animals to stay away from. Also, don't approach moose. Typically, they pass through neighborhoods and continue on their way if they are left alone.
People are advised to contact WDFW if moose have been on property for an extended period of time, are showing signs of aggressive behavior or if they are hurt or orphaned.
Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) Eastern Region (Spokane): (509) 892-1001
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Misti Reed joined 4 News Now in August 2022 as the Assistant News Director. She has over 15 years of news experience. Misti is originally from California's Central Valley, starting her media career as a part-time reporter for a radio news talk station. After making the transition to TV news as an Associate Producer, she climbed the ranks to Executive Producer. She worked in the Bakersfield and Fresno markets before moving to the Spokane area.
Misti serves on the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS) Northwest Chapter's Board of Governors.
After living a lifetime in the dry heat, Misti is enjoying the four seasons Eastern Washington has to offer. She enjoys exploring the Inland Northwest, being outdoors with her dog, and trying new restaurants with her family. You can email Misti at mreed@kxly.com.
