NCDOT offers the following suggestions for motorists to
avoid being in a deer-vehicle collision:

·        Slow down in posted deer crossing areas and heavily wooded areas, especially during the late afternoon and evening.

·        Drive with high beams on, when possible, and watch out for eyes reflecting in the headlights.

·        Remember that deer often travel in groups, so do not assume that the road is clear if one deer has already passed.

·        Do not swerve to avoid contact with deer. This could cause the vehicle to flip or veer into oncoming traffic, causing a more serious crash.