Peak season for wildlife crashes in Colorado begins; here are the highest-risk roads

Here’s what to do if you can’t avoid hitting an animal on Colorado’s roads

Colorado drivers are not the only ones on the roads this fall. As the leaves turn and temperatures drop, the state’s wildlife is on the move, too.

With autumn in full swing, Colorado officials warn of increased wildlife near busy highways

With fall in full swing, Colorado officials are warning drivers that there will be increased wildlife activity near roads and highways as many species begin to move to lower elevations for winter.  “Last year troopers responded to over 3,900 crashes involving wildlife, with autumn as the most active months,” said Matthew Packard, chief of the Colorado State Patrol, in a news release.  This represents a steady increase in the number of wildlife-r…

CSP releases data on high-risk wildlife crash areas

Colorado State Patrol said that it's the time of year when animal encounters become even more frequent, and these interactions may come when you're least expecting them — while driving your car.

Peak season for wildlife crashes in Colorado begins; here are the highest-risk roads

The Colorado State Patrol is reminding drivers that October through December is the peak season for wildlife crashes.