In a surprising incident in Bell County, Kentucky, a black bear was found sitting on a stove after crashing through the ceiling of a home. Game Warden Derick Creech received a call about a bear inside a residence. Upon arrival, Creech discovered the bear perched on the kitchen stove, having fallen through the ceiling from the attic above.
Authorities believe the bear managed to climb a ladder outside the house and squeezed through an opening into the attic before its unexpected descent. With the help of a Bell County Sheriff's deputy, Creech successfully guided the bear out of the house and back into the wilderness through an open door. No injuries were reported, and the extent of the damage to the home remains unspecified.
The incident has captured public attention, with many likening it to a scene from "Goldilocks and the Three Bears." Comments on social media have humorously speculated about the bear's motives, with one user referencing the cartoon character Yogi Bear's search for a "pic-a-nic basket." Despite the lighthearted reactions, the event serves as a reminder of the unexpected encounters that can occur between humans and wildlife.