Overview

• A California resident mistakenly reported a large domestic cat as a mountain lion, sparking a police investigation in South San Francisco.
• The South San Francisco Police Department conducted an area check but found no evidence of a mountain lion, later confirming the sighting was just a 'big cat'.
• Despite the false alarm, authorities reminded residents of the importance of being cautious around mountain lions and provided safety tips.
• Social media users and residents reacted humorously to the mix-up, highlighting the difficulty of distinguishing animals in certain conditions.
• The incident occurred in a region where mountain lion sightings are not uncommon, but actual encounters with humans are rare.