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Officials warn hikers to be vigilant after county park mountain lion sighting

A mountain lion was spotted Friday afternoon near a hiking trail in Edgewood County Park, the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office said.

The animal was not aggressive, but hikers should be vigilant this weekend in the area of the park, located at 2195 Edgewood Road, authorities said.

The mountain lion was seen near the near the Sylvan hiking trail late Friday afternoon, the sheriff’s office said.

Safety tips about mountain lions, also referred to as cougars or pumas, are available online.

Last modified March 7, 2020 9:49 am

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