Cougar sighting near school across the river

A cougar has been spotted near a school in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, according to a Facebook post from the Sault Tribe of Chippewa Indians.

The cougar was seen near JKL Bahweting Anishnabe School at 1301 Marquette Ave., near the reservation.

"Sault Tribe Law Enforcement [STLE] has increased patrols in the area and barricaded the trail, and recommends people stay off the trail area of the school," the Facebook post says.

Below is the remainder of the post:

To report a cougar sighting, contact STLE at 906-635-6065. 

STLE is asking residents to: 
• Be aware of their surroundings, do not linger outdoors at night when cougars are more active. 
• Keep their pets indoors or in a covered outdoor kennel, particularly at night. 
• Use their outside lighting at night. 

Should you encounter a cougar: 
• Face the animal and do not act submissive. Stand tall, wave your arms, and talk in a loud voice. 
• Never run from a cougar or other large carnivore. If children are present, pick them up so they cannot run. 
• If attacked, fight back with whatever is available. DO NOT play dead.