The bear smashed the windshield - with the car hitting an embankment, rolling onto its side and bursting into flames
The fire spread for about half an acre and gutted the patrol vehicle, but the deputy managed to escape without serious injury.
California's Department of Transportation issued a reminder to drivers to stay alert and be aware of the nature around them as they use the roads."Don't worry, the bear also fled the scene."
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