Fall Driving Alert: An increase in deer on Indiana roads

Fall Driving Alert: An increase in deer on Indiana roads

INDIANA – As autumn arrives, drivers in Indiana should be prepared for an increased risk of deer-vehicle collisions. October and November mark the peak breeding season for white-tailed deer, and as corn harvesting reduces their natural cover, they are more likely to cross roadways. In 2024, Lawrence County, Indiana, experienced an average of around 100 deer-vehicle crashes per year. The Context of Collisions The majority of these incidents occu…