TIPS FOR AVOIDING COLLISIONS WITH WILDLIFE

■ Be extra cautious at dawn and dusk when animals are more active and when visibility is reduced.

■ When driving at night, slow down and actively scan the road ahead, as well as the ditch.

■ Slow down in narrow, forested areas and near culverts or water sources where animals may be moving around.

■ Pay attention to wildlife warning signs (which are yellow and diamond-shaped).

■ Some animals (like elk) travel in groups, so if you see one, be aware there may be more around.

■ Deer may panic and freeze in the middle of the road when they see your headlights, so slow down at night or in areas where signage indicates deer are present.

■ While many collisions take place on smaller, rural roads, wildlife can still be present in urban areas, so stay vigilant.