Oct./Nov. See The Most South Brunswick Deer Accidents

SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ — Starting at the end of September, the next six weeks have historically seen the highest number of deer-related accidents in South Brunswick Township, police announced.

This past September alone, there were at least six crashes involving deer in South Brunswick, police said. In past years the majority of deer-related crashes have taken place over the upcoming next six weeks, which includes the entire month of October. That's because mating or "rutting" season peaks in November and that's when deer become more active. It's the time of year when they're most likely to unexpectedly dart out into the road.

"This is typically when we see an increase in car crashes involving deer," South Brunswick police said. "The deer can unexpectedly dart onto roads so motorists need to use extra caution."

South Brunswick police announced the warning Friday, Sept. 29 in a Nixle alert, reminding residents to be extra cautious while driving. Use extra caution early in the morning and around sunset, when deer are the most active and most likely to cross the road. These are times when it's already difficult for drivers to see.

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