State Urges Caution When Driving in Ridgefield Because of Deer

This is the time of year to be extra cautious when driving because increased deer activity.

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Wildlife Division wants to remind motorist to be watchful for deer along roadways.

The prime times are during the early morning and evening hours, they said.

Rick Jacobson, director of the division, said, during the past year, abotu 6,500 deer were killed in the state due to collisions with vehicles.

Additionally, late October through December is the peak breeding season for white-tailed deer, and that increases the likelihood of deer crossing roads.

The division advises drivers to slow down and drive defensively should deer be spotted on or by the road.

Deer/vehicle collisions should be reported to local or state law enforcement agencies or the DEEP Environmental Conservation Police Division at 860-424-3333.

For advice on avoiding hitting deer with your car, read this Patch article.