Topeka, KS – The Kansas Highway Patrol is urging drivers statewide to be alert for deer on roadways as fall migration season ramps up. Officials say collisions with deer increase significantly during October and November, particularly at dawn and dusk when animals are most active.
According to the Kansas Department of Transportation, more than half of all deer-related crashes occur during these months. Authorities advise motorists to slow down in high-risk areas, especially along rural and wooded highways, and to remain vigilant during early morning and evening hours.
KHP troopers caution drivers never to swerve to avoid hitting a deer, as doing so can lead to more severe crashes. Instead, drivers are advised to brake firmly, stay in their lane, and always wear a seat belt.
The Kansas Highway Patrol, Kansas Department of Transportation, Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks, AAA Kansas, and the Kansas Turnpike Authority have partnered to share updated safety guidance for the fall travel season.
For more tips and interactive crash data, visit the Kansas Department of Transportation website.
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