Deaths from road traffic accidents with deer and other animals have more than doubled over the past 15 years, according to a new study by an auto insurance-funded group of road safety.
The National Highway Loss Data Institute found that about 1.5 million deer / vehicle collisions that brings more than 300 human deaths (the deer almost always die) and 30,000 wounded. Texas has the highest number of deaths, followed by Wisconsin and Pennsylvania. The cost of damageInsurance over $ 1 billion annually.
"Urban sprawl means suburbs and deer habitat intersect in many parts of the county," said Kim Hazelbaker, Highway Loss Data Institute. "If you ride in areas where deer are prevalent, the caution flag is out, especially in November."
November is the beginning of mating season for deer, and have moved a lot this season. Insurance claims for accidents are three times higher than from January to Novemberby the end of October.
I lived the first 37 years of my life in Michigan, a state with huge population of deer. We learned as teenagers always alert for deer along roads and highways. We all knew someone who had hit a deer with their vehicle to take some time. I remember coming back from Traverse City to Whitehall, a fall in the evening, which was a trip of about 100 miles. I counted 46 times I slowed down when they saw deer standing near the road on that trip.
So make sure that no matter whatState where you live, you are aware that animals can cause serious damage if you're driving.
About a month ago, I faced a claim of a truck driver in Pennsylvania, which deviated miss a deer, lost control of this plant, and rolled over on the right side. His tractor, trailer and its cargo were all total losses, the insurance will cost about $ 100,000. When police arrived on the scene, gave the driver a ticket, because it is not a dead deer in the scene! I have recommended that theDrivers to fight the ticket.
Here are the Top Seven ways to avoid a deer while driving beat (for the National Safety Council)
1 In the early morning and evening hours, the busiest time for deer to be vigilant.
2 Use your headlights, which reflect in deer eyes, to see the deer better. Remember, it is normal to see the spotlight on the way to the mailboxes and fences. But when a reflector is moving, is probably a deer in one eye.
3 Slow down and I think with a singlelong blast to frighten deer.
4 Brake firmly when you notice a deer in the area of your way. Do not swerve. It can confuse the deer to run where. It can also cause you to lose control and hit a tree or another car.
5 Be alert and drive carefully if you are moved by a wild transition zone. Highway departments are not these signs along the streets just for decoration.
6 Always wear your seatbelt. Most people were in deer / bear does not violate traffic accidentsbelts.
7 Look for a deer crossing the road to the other. Deer seldom run alone.
There is a small spherical device called SAV-A-LIFE Deer Alert, which is easily mounted on the front bumper of the vehicle can be. When the vehicle reaches a speed of 30 mph, the air rushing through the device emits an ultrasonic signal to stop a quarter of a mile away, literally, the animals in their tracks. The sound emitted by the device can not, for passengers in the vehicle and not be detectedpersons perceived by the roadside.
SAV-A-LIFE Deer warnings have been in use for over 30 years, and are used by individual drivers, truck fleets, State Troopers and wildlife agencies. It costs less than $ 25.00 in stores across America, or visit: http://www.sav-a-life.com/Deeralert_intro.htm
If you are one of the unfortunate people who have experience of a deer / vehicle collisions, you need to know how to handle your claim in order to maximize recovery. You mustknow how to take control of the insurance claim, and add hundreds or even thousands of dollars more to your credit. For more information, visit the website shown below in the resource box.
Be alert and Stay Alive!
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