The OPP are urging motorists not to veer for deer this summer. With the warmer weather upon us, deer-vehicle collision rates increase significantly especially 1.5 hour before and after sunrise and sunset.
If a deer does run into the path of your vehicle you should reduce your speed quickly and steer straight because changing your direction quickly will increase you chances of losing control, running off the roadway or rolling your vehicle.
Some additional tips include looking around you and not just straight ahead as deer often come from ditches and fields.
You should also watch for glowing eyes of deer at night and if you see one deer, expect more as they often travel in herds.
Slowing down your speed can also be helpful as the slower you go, the more time you have to react should you encounter a deer.
These tips are important for everyone as deer don’t limit their activity on rural roads and have been known to cross busy roadways as well.
