When you ride next time, do take care of the deer you might find there. Boston Airport Express MA has been informed that deer-related crashes are on the rise, with more “leaps as well as boundaries” in Massachusetts according to AAA Northeast.
AAA would like to remind drivers that they must be aware of their surroundings during the deer collision season, especially during the peak of the season. In the year that ended in the months of October until December, deer accidents reached a record high of 1,656 as per AAA Northeast. This is the highest figure since 2002.
According to AAA, The AAA says that daylight savings is also impacting motorists on the road since commutes home are becoming dark. Deer-related crashes are more frequent between 6 to 8 p.m prior to daylight savings as well as between five and seven p.m. after daylight savings.
AAA would like motorists to pay attention to roads and deer, especially when they drive home at night. One of our chauffeurs commented, “ It’s rather wise to avoid routes that can expose you to deer, just to be on the safer side”.
“Hitting deer with a car can result in devastating and devastating effects and motorists must be extra vigilant during this season,” said Mary Maguire, AAA Northeast Vice President of Public and Government Affairs. “The best way to protect yourself from deer accidents is to be ready and vigilant.
The most popular Massachusetts towns that have deer swarms between October and December of 2021:
- Middleborough: 33
- Westport: 32
- Taunton: 31
- Swansea: 22
- Bolton/Freetown/Plymouth (tie): 19
- Westford: 17
- Rehoboth: 16
- Easton/Norton/Weston: 15
AAA provides these suggestions to reduce or prevent deer-related crashes:
- Take a look at the shoulders of the road ahead of you. Deer might be seen running across the road or in the wooded areas near the road.
- Keep to the speed limit. slowing your speed down gives you time to react to sudden animal movements.
- Be cautious when rounding curves or climbing hills when visibility is not as good.
- A loud blast of your horn could scare creatures away from the vehicle If you spot the animals early enough.
- If you spot a deer, keep an eye out for other deer. Deer are rarely seen alone.
- Use high beams when driving on dark roads if there is no traffic coming in.
- If you must crash you must apply the brakes with a firm force and ensure you stay within your lane and keep clear of any other vehicles. Swerving abruptly could result in a more dangerous collision.
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