With deer and elk becoming increasingly active, and daylight-saving time soon to put more vehicles on the road between dawn and dusk when these animals are most active, the Pennsylvania Game Commission is reminding motorists to slow down and stay alert.
Data from around the country indicates Pennsylvania drivers face some of the highest risks of a vehicle collision with a large animal. A recent report shows Pennsylvania led the country in animal-collision insurance claims in fiscal year 2023-24. The same report indicates Pennsylvania drivers have a 1-in-61 chance of a vehicular accident involving a big game animal, one of the highest rates nationwide.
Drivers can reduce their chances of collisions by staying alert and better understanding the behavior of these animals. Be especially alert in “Elk Crossing” and “Deer Crossing” areas, and remember elk and deer tend to travel in family groups, so if you see one, more are likely coming. For more information about what to do if you hit a deer, click here.
To report a dead animal for removal from state roads, motorists can call the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation at 1-800-FIX-ROAD. If the elk or deer is on a locally owned road, contact the appropriate municipality.
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