The report of a bear up a tree in the middle of a Valencia neighborhood Tuesday has prompted a response from deputies, officials said.

The incident was first reported at about 10:30 p.m. Tuesday near Laguna Court in Valencia, according to Lt. Dahring with the Santa Clarita Valley Sheriff’s Station.

“Deputies are on scene to ensure the public is safe and stays away,” Dahring said. “We are trying to coax the bear back into the wilderness.”

Officials with the Department of Fish and Wildlife have been notified, but will only tranquilize the bear if the animal becomes a threat to deputies or the public, according to Dahring.

The bear was about 30 feet in the air on top of a tree before climbing into the backyard of a nearby home, according to a witness on the scene.

Deputies are advising residents to stay inside their homes and avoid the area, if possible.

Ed. Note: This is a breaking news story, more information will be added as it is available.

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