It is peak season for Deer to be found crossing the roads and being hit by cars.- The temperature is falling
- The fields are being picked and plowed
- The Hunters are out
- and the Deer are moving.
1. The high peak times for them to be crossing the roads are between 5 and 6 in the morning and between 6 and 10 at night.
2. Deer often move in groups, should you see one, chances are there are more around.
3. If you spot a Deer on the road and they freeze up - Deer in the headlights - turn off your headlights for a brief moment, then turn them back on. This may allow the Deer to move off the road and help you to avoid an accident.
4. It is said that October and November are the peak months, but that can be proven to be just the start of things, especially in Northeastern North Carolina.
5. If you have others in the car with you, have them look out for Deer as well. More eyes on the situation will help to spot them faster.
6. If you spot a Deer slow down, and look out, additional Deer or other animals may be around.7. Break firmly when you notice a deer in your path. Many serious accidents can happen when
drivers swerve to avoid them.
8. Be careful to keep your wheel straight. Swerving can cause you to lose control of your car, and you could end up hitting on coming traffic or worse, rolling over or in a ditch.
9. After an accident with a Deer, call the local sheriff or 911 to report the accident, you will need it for your insurance claim.
10. Be careful, there are loved ones at home waiting for you, and for Bambi as well....:-)
We have had a large number of Deer incidents with our Collision Center customers already this year, and the season had just begun.
Keep it between the lines,
Happy motoring
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