MADISON, Wis. (WRN) — Stay alert on the road as deer crashes spike in late spring and early summer.
May and June bring increased activity as deer seek places to give birth and young deer separate from their mothers. State Patrol Superintendent Tim Carnahan says deer are unpredictable and motorists need their full attention on the road. Preliminary data shows nearly 18,000 deer-related crashes in 2025, resulting in six deaths and over 700 injuries.
Motorcyclists face the greatest risk. Watch especially at dawn and dusk, slow down if you see a deer, and don’t swerve—brake and stay in your lane. After a crash, move off the road if possible and call for help if needed.