Deer don't follow traffic laws, but drivers can take steps to avoid a collision. As breeding season continues, increased deer movement across Georgia means motorists may encounter more deer crossing roadways, particularly during early morning and evening hours. Stay alert, reduce distractions and use extra caution behind the wheel this fall, according to the Georgia Department of Natural Resources' Wildlife Resources Division. “Deer most often live and travel in small groups,” said Kevin Rose, assistant state deer biologist for the Wildlife Resources Division. “If you see one deer, there are likely others that you have not seen. Standing deer can dart into the road without warning and one deer crossing the road may have others that follow. When you see a deer on or near the road, slow down to be prepared to stop. “Do not swerve to avoid a deer. Swerving to avoid a deer could result in a head-on collision with oncoming traffic or possible loss of control of the vehicle and leaving the roadway. Compared to those outcomes, staying in your lane and potentially striking the deer is the less dangerous option.” There are two main reasons why drivers may see more deer along roads in the fall: The DNR shared some tips and information to help avoid potential collisions: For more information on deer, visit GeorgiaWildlife.com/deer-info.
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