ARBÖ warns: Autumn is peak season for wildlife accidents
Deer, stags, and other wildlife are currently more active in search of dwindling food supplies or new habitats. Additionally, fallow deer, red deer, and roe deer have mating season between July and November. "In the morning and evening hours, when it is twilight, and during the night, special caution is advised. Especially in areas with the warning sign 'Caution Wildlife Crossing' and on roads through forests, it is particularly important to reduce speed and drive attentively, as there are increased wildlife crossings," explains ARBÖ spokesperson Sebastian Obrecht.
ARBÖ has summarized the most important rules of conduct
It is important to know how to react correctly when wildlife appears. The ARBÖ has summarized the most important rules of conduct:
- Geschwindigkeit in Waldgebieten und an gekennzeichneten Wildwechselzonen verringern.
- Fernlicht ausschalten, wenn Wild am Straßenrand sichtbar ist - die Tiere starren sonst in das Licht und verharren auf der Fahrbahn.
- Hupen kann helfen, das Tier zu verscheuchen.
- Nicht vergessen: Ein Tier kommt selten allein sondern treten öfter im Rudel auf.
- Wenn ein Zusammenstoß unvermeidbar ist: kontrollierte Notbremsung einleiten, aber keine abrupten und unkontrollierten Ausweichmanöver. Die Gefahr, gegen einen Baum oder in den Gegenverkehr zu geraten, ist größer als der Wildschaden selbst.
Behavior in the event of a wildlife accident
If a wildlife accident occurs, it is essential to stop immediately, secure the accident site, and assist in clarifying the situation. Furthermore, the accident (including wildlife damage) must be reported without unnecessary delay to the nearest police station. The police will then notify the responsible hunting association, which will handle the recovery of the wildlife and ensure that injured animals are quickly cared for to minimize animal suffering. Under no circumstances should the animal be taken away. Failure to report constitutes an administrative offense. Additionally, the police report is a prerequisite for claiming damages with the comprehensive insurance or the ARBÖ Safety Pass.
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