Video shows California hiker face-to-face with mountain lion

Wildlife Encounters & Safety - Mountain lion sightings are not atypical across the United States, even in areas where they haven't been seen in years [3] - Experts advise asserting oneself as not being prey when encountering a mountain lion by raising arms and yelling [2][4] - Minimizing chances of encountering a mountain lion involves acting large, loud, assertive, and maintaining eye contact [4] - Throwing objects while making noise without bending over is recommended [4] - Animals are unpredictable, and tragic outcomes can still occur even when following expert advice [5] Human-Wildlife Coexistence - Humans should be well-educated and understand the risks when hiking in mountain lion territory [6] - Increased vigilance and preparedness, such as carrying bear spray and air horns, are recommended for hikers [7] Incident Details - A hiker in Ohio, California encountered a mountain lion on the Gridly Iron Trail on July 3rd [1] - A man was killed by a mountain lion in Northern California last year, marking the first such incident in 20 years according to California's Department of Fish and Wildlife [5] - A cat-like animal sighting in Rochester, New York prompted a shelter-in-place order [3]