News Black Bear Iwate Hanamaki Airport (Hanamaki Airport), Iwate Nov 12, 2025, 01:10 PM

Description

Around 13:00 on November 12, a single cub was sighted near the apron at Iwate Hanamaki Airport, prompting a temporary runway closure for safety checks. Police, municipal staff and hunting association members responded and captured the cub in a drainage ditch near the airport around 15:30; no human or property damage was reported.

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Summary

On the afternoon of November 12 a cub crossed the runway area at Iwate Hanamaki Airport, leading to a temporary closure while authorities conducted safety checks. Police and hunting association members tracked and captured the cub in a drainage ditch later that afternoon; flights were delayed but there were no injuries or damage.

Bear Type

Black Bear

Number of Bears

1

Provider Type

News

Date & Time

Wednesday, November 12, 2025 at 01:10 PM

Address

Coordinates

39.421447, 141.138549

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