By Nikolai Karpinski [1]
BELLEVILLE – After a car ran over a deer Saturday night on Highway 62 in Madoc township, police are warning motorists to be wary of wildlife while driving.
Specifically the Central Hastings OPP [2] have advised drivers to protect themselves from wildlife collision by:
- Scanning the road ahead from shoulder to shoulder. If you spot wildlife beside the road, slow down and pass carefully as they may suddenly run across the road.
- Stay in control of your vehicle and never swerve suddenly to avoid wildlife.
- Stop as safely as possible. Brake firmly if an animal is on the road. Police also noted that if one animal crosses the road, others may follow.
- At night use your high beams where possible and watch for the glowing eyes of animals ahead.
In November 2015, police said there were 26 deer-related car collisions and three accidents involving other wildlife in the area.
Drivers should be especially alert in the early morning, the evening and at night.