According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT), "deer are the third most commonly struck object in Wisconsin."1
However, the deer are not the only ones suffering
in these collisions. In 2010 deer related accidents resulted in 14
deaths, 65 incapacitating injuries, and many more less severe injuries.2
The reported 403 injured people in 2010 comprise the 4th lowest annual
total in the last 30 years.3 However, May and June of 2010 totaled 2,726
crashes, and formed a secondary peak of reported incidents to those
occurring during the fall.4 These statistics are based on crashes
reported by the police, but many more deer carcasses are taken off the
roads suggesting that actual collisions are much higher than reported.5
While this could mean that most collisions do not result in serious
personal injury, the deer also pose a significant threat to the vehicle.
The following safety tips offered by the
Wisconsin DOT address both how to prevent collisions with deer and what
to do should you hit one.6
=> Be aware of the time and remember that you are more likely to encounter a deer in the early morning and evening hours.
=> Eliminate distractions while driving and look out for deer, particularly, the glowing eyes on the side of the road.
=> Always wear a safety belt; crashes where safety belts were worn resulted in less severe injuries.
=> If you do see a deer by the side of the
road, slow down and blow your horn once for a long blast to frighten the
animal away.
=> Remember, if you see one deer, more are likely around.
=> If you see a deer in your headlights, don’t expect it to move, headlights can confuse the animal and cause it to freeze.
=> Do not swerve; not only does swerving
increase your risk of hitting another vehicle or an object, but it will
also confuse the deer and the animal will not know where to run.
=> Motorcyclists however are encouraged to
swerve when absolutely necessary to avoid a collision after taking every
precaution and avoiding the oncoming lane.
=> If you do hit a deer, try to get your
vehicle off the road and call the police; do not walk toward the animal,
walking on the road is dangerous to you, and other drivers. If the
animal is not dead, it can hurt you or itself trying to get up.
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