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Deer accident near Zingst: 30,000 euros in damage! This is how you protect yourself!
Accidents with wild animals in Western Pomerania-Rügen: Current warnings, statistics and tips for safe driving.
Deer accident near Zingst: 30,000 euros in damage! This is how you protect yourself!
A tragic accident occurred near Zingst on Wednesday morning when a deer was hit by two cars almost simultaneously. Loud NDR The animal died at the scene of the accident, while the two drivers fortunately remained uninjured. The total damage to the vehicles is estimated at an impressive 30,000 euros.
Unfortunately, accidents involving wildlife are not uncommon, and the police authorities rightly warn about the dangers of wildlife crossing. Wild animals are particularly active at dusk, i.e. in the early morning and evening hours, and often move across roads. The risk of such collisions increases, especially after the switch to winter time ADAC Hansa e.V. determines. Drivers should therefore adjust their speed in wooded areas and on the edges of fields and pay attention to wildlife crossing signs.
Statistics support the danger
The ÖAMTC supplements the information with further tips for avoiding accidents. If you see wild animals, drivers should reduce their speed, turn off their high beam and honk. This can help prevent unfortunate collisions as wild animals often travel in groups and can turn around after crossing the road. In accidents, the animals are usually the losers, while the vehicle's occupants often get off lightly.
Rules of conduct in an emergency
Should an accident occur with wildlife, it is important to stop safely, turn on the hazard lights and secure the scene of the accident. The police should be contacted and it is advisable not to touch or take injured animals as this is considered poaching and is a punishable offense.
It is therefore advisable for drivers to pay close attention and adapt to the conditions in order to drive safely through the twilight and minimize the risk of a collision with wild animals.