AMA advising driver to look out for animals at night

As days are getting shorter, Alberta Motor Association is advising drivers to be cautious of wildlife while driving at night.

AMA says November is the peak month for animal-vehicle collisions, and over one-third of collisions occur between 7:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m.

“Shorter days mean more people driving during peak wildlife activity,” says Dennis Porter, Driver Education expert with AMA. “It’s important to use extra caution and actively scan when you’re on the highway or in rural areas, especially around dusk.”

Drivers are being encouraged to avoid any collisions by lowering their speed, pay attention to yellow warning signs, and keep their headlight clean and functional for night driving.

In 2023, Alberta recorded more than 7,000 animal-vehicle collisions, and 60 per cent of all wildli