How to spot and avoid animals:
- Slow down and scan the road. Speeding increases the risk of accidents, and decreases the amount of time you have to react safely.
- Be extra cautious at dusk and dawn, these are the two most common times for potential animal collisions.
- Look for animal eyes. Watch for what may appear to be small shining lights on the side of the road; those may in fact be the beams from vehicle’s headlights reflecting off animals’ eyes.
- Some animals often travel in groups, so if you spot one, there are likely more close by.
- Use your high beam lights whenever possible; it will help increase your visibility.