Deer vehicle collisions kill about 200 people every year, and more deer collisions happen in the fall than any other time of year. If you live in deer country, this advice might save you some trouble.
Sarah V. Schweig at The Dodo spoke with Sophie Gilbert, an assistant professor of Wildlife Ecology at the University of Idaho, about the dangers of deer crossings and what you can do to avoid hitting one. For starters, stay in the center lane on a multi-lane road if possible. This gives deer more space if they’re grazing on the side of the road. And if you startle them, you’ll have more time to react if they run out onto the road. And take those yellow, diamond-shaped deer crossing signs seriously. As soon as you see one, slow down, perk up, and keep a lookout for eyes reflecting the light from your car’s headlights. You can find more useful tips at the link below.
November Is The Worst Month For Car Crashes With Deer | The Dodo via Mental Floss
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