Bear attacks have reached a record high, with bears seeking food in residential areas. This surge in encounters has led to an increase in attacks. Recently, two women were attacked by black bears just days apart.

These incidents bring the yearly total of bear attacks to 10. Bears are continuing to venture into residential areas in search of food, contributing to the rise in attacks. Further details about the bear attacks and the situation are available from the source, providing more information about the surge in encounters and the resulting attacks.