Safety Tip: Avoiding Deer-Vehicle Crashes

Have you ever had to avoid a collision with a large animal on the road? Fall is mating season for many large animals, including deer, elk and moose. Many more of these animals can be found on our roads and represent significant risks for drivers. In this WorkTruck blog, State Farm gives several points of advice to stay safe and avoid collisions with large animals.

Key Takeaways:

• According to State Farm’s most recent data, the top five states in which a driver is most likely to have a claim from a collision with a deer, elk, or moose are West Virginia (one in 41 chance), Montana (one in 58), Pennsylvania (one in 67), Iowa (one in 68), and South Dakota (one in 70).
• If you see one deer, be prepared for more deer to cross the road
• Avoid distractions, such as devices or eating, which might cause you to miss seeing an animal.

“According to State Farm’s most recent data, the top five states in which a driver is most likely to have a claim from a collision with a deer, elk, or moose are West Virginia (one in 41 chance), Montana (one in 58), Pennsylvania (one in 67), Iowa (one in 68), and South Dakota (one in 70).”

http://www.worktruckonline.com/channel/safety-accident-management/news/story/2016/09/safety-tip-avoiding-deer-vehicle-crashes.aspx