False Mountain Lion Alert in South San Francisco Turns Out to Be Large House Cat

Police confirm no threat after investigating a reported mountain lion sighting, which was actually a domestic cat.

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.