At 4:00am this morning on the 500 block of Carmelina, an employee of the SSA Security Group spotted a mountain lion in a bush. If you see a mountain lion in your neighborhood, call

California Department of Fish & Wildlife 858-467-4201 and/or California State Park Ranger Station Will Rogers Park (310) 230-2017.

While mountain lion attacks on humans are NOT common, you should know what to do. Here are some tips from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife.

Living With Mountain Lions

Deer-proof your property to avoid attracting a lion's main food source.
Remove dense vegetation from around the home to reduce hiding spaces.
Install outdoor lighting to make it difficult for mountain lions to approach unseen.
Secure livestock and outdoor large pets in sturdy, covered shelters at night.
Always remember - Mountain lions are wild animals and their behavior may be unpredictable (like any wildlife).

Mountain Lion Encounters

Do not hike, bike, or jog alone. Do not hike, bike, or jog at dawn, dusk, or at night.
Stay alert on trails. Keep a close watch on small children and off leash pets.
Never approach a mountain lion. Give them an escape route.
DO NOT RUN. Stay calm. Do not turn your back. Face the animal, make noise and try to look bigger.
Do not crouch down or bend over.