November Ranks Highest For Animal Versus Vehicle Strikes

Recent deadly car versus deer accidents in the state are prompting calls for drivers to be on the lookout for animals on the road, particularly this time of year.

Insurance companies said November, traditionally, has the highest number of claims for animal collisions.

Would you know what to do if a deer came out of nowhere onto the road you’re traveling? Tonight, we get answers on avoiding a major collision and, if it does happen, how to make sure you have the right insurance.

Last Friday morning, a deadly accident on 495. A car struck a deer, disabling the car in middle lane. A good Samaritan pulled over to help and was struck and killed by another car.

Last Thursday night, in Freetown, a driver swerved to avoid deer. A 16 year old was killed.