AVOID DEER COLLISIONS THIS SEASON WITH SAFETY TIPS
As we enter peak deer-breeding season, more deer will be seen crossing roads and highways. Drivers need to be aware of their surroundings so that they can avoid deer collisions.
“Once the first frost arrives, male deer activity increases and we see more auto and deer collisions,” says Allstate Agent Kevin Gwozdz. “Drivers need to be extra cautious from November to December to ensure that they do not hit deer running across the road during peak season. Not only can the deer be harmed, but it is also a dangerous situation for the passengers in the vehicle, not to mention the potential damage to an automobile.”
Allstate Insurance Company offers the following tips for avoiding deer and auto collision from The Fund for Animals:
Always watch for wildlife, especially at dawn, dusk and the first few hours of darkness;
Be especially cautious when driving on two-lane roads and rural roads;
If you see one deer cross, slow down and watch for others to follow;
Glance continually from the road to the roadside, looking for movement where roads are bordered by fields or natural habitat;
Heed deer crossing signs and reduce speed in deer “hot spots”;
At night, watch for reflection from headlights in the eyes of deer;
If a deer “freezes” in your headlights, turn your lights off and then on; and
Never swerve to avoid hitting a deer – simply apply your brakes.
For more information on this and other safety topics, contact Allstate Agent Kevin Gwozdz at 260-436-2787.
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