Hansen Dam
Coverage of Hansen Dam in the Nexus archive.
- Bear climbs tree in Altadena; latest L.A. County bear sighting draws crowd
A juvenile bear was spotted in a pine tree on Figueroa Drive and Glenrose Avenue in Altadena on Mother's Day. The sighting drew the attention of residents and visitors. This is the latest in a series of bear encounters in Los Angeles County.
- 275-pound bear causes stir at Hansen Dam, runs from rangers but conks out on a wall
A 275-pound bear was captured by California Department of Fish and Wildlife officials in the Hansen Dam area and released in Angeles National Forest. The bear had caused a stir and ran from rangers before being caught. The incident occurred on Monday.
- Bear passes out atop brick wall in Pacoima after taking tranquilizer to backside
A bear was spotted roaming a neighborhood near Hansen Dam in Pacoima and was tranquilized by wildlife officials. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon, with officials from the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, park rangers, and the LAPD involved in the search. The bear was found atop a brick wall on Terra Bella Street and Borden Avenue.
- Large bear loose near Hansen Dam draws police, wildlife crews and onlookers
A massive bear was spotted roaming loose in the Hansen Dam area of the San Fernando Valley, prompting a heavy presence of police and wildlife officials. The bear's first sighting time remains unclear. Onlookers gathered to catch a glimpse of the animal.