HALIBURTON HIGHLANDS-Haliburton Highlands OPP is urging people to slow down and stay vigilant when you see deer crossing signs.
Recent traffic analysis reveals a concerning rise in motor vehicle collisions involving animals, with 6066 reported in Central Region over the past three years.
Deer-related collisions account for a staggering 82.5% of these incidents according to police. From 2019-2023, the following areas have been identified as hot spots for deer-related collisions: • County Road 21 (Minden to Haliburton) • Hwy 35 (121 to 118) • Hwy 35 (Deep Bay Rd to Minden) • Hwy 118 (35 to Eagle Lake Rd) • Hwy 118 (Haliburton to Glamorgan Rd).
Police are reminding drivers to stay alert, especially during dawn and dusk when deer are most active. together, we can keep our roads safer for everyone!