When motorists hit a deer it’s a dangerous, and sometimes deadly, situation. Deer crash numbers usually increase in October and November in Wisconsin, so it’s a perfect time to remind all drivers to be alert for deer on and along roadways.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources says this is a busy time of year on the roads for both deer and motorists. Since deer are unpredictable, it’s important to know how best to avoid hitting a deer and what to do if a deer-related crash happens.
It’s also helpful to know where the most deer-related crashes happen in Wisconsin so that drivers in these areas are driving with extra caution.
The Top 10 Wisconsin Counties For Hitting A Deer
Last year, more than 16,000 crashes involving deer were reported in Wisconsin, killing 14 people and injuring 585…