Columbus, Ohio — With deer activity climbing as autumn sets in, the Ohio State Highway Patrol is urging motorists to slow down and stay vigilant on Ohio roads. Officials say deer are most active around dawn and dusk, the times when crash risk is highest.
The Patrol notes that each fall, mating season pushes deer to move more frequently and unpredictably, often bringing them into the path of traffic. Drivers are encouraged to ease off the accelerator in rural and wooded areas, scan road edges for movement, and avoid swerving, which can lead to more serious collisions.
Troopers recommend using high beams when conditions allow and being especially alert between 5 to 8 a.m. and 6 to 9 p.m., the windows when deer crossings are most common. They also stress the importance of wearing seat belts at all times and reporting any crashes right away. The agency emphasized that attentive, cautious driving helps keep everyone safe.
This seasonal reminder arrives as Ohio enters late October, historically one of the most hazardous periods for deer-related crashes across the state.
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