WCPO 9Experts warn drivers to be extra vigilant because the change to standard time, combined with seasonal weather shifts, raises the risk of hazards on the road.
“Now is a really important time for people to just be aware that there are some increased public safety risks when you’re on the roads,” said Danny Kats, executive director of the Colorado Public Interest Research Group.
Collisions with deer rise 16% in the week after the time change, according to Environment Colorado. Rachel Jaeger, an associate with the group, said the shift moves peak traffic and rush hour into dusk and early evening when deer and other animals are most active.
“Their internal clocks don’t change just because we change our external clocks,” Jaeger said. “They'll be out and active whenever they typically prefer t