Sunday 23 April
It’s baby deer season, the time of year when calves are being born and more deer are known to be spotted on our roads. We’ll be providing the advice you need to prevent deer collisions and what to do in an emergency. Keep an eye out for our #DeerAware posts over the next few weeks https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/roads/road-safety/deer
Wednesday 26 April
With more deer appearing across #EastSussex during the spring, we need to be extra #DeerAware on our roads. Read up on how to prevent a collision at https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/roads/road-safety/deer
Friday 28 April
If you’re driving on the rural roads of #EastSussex either early in the morning or late at night, you’ll need to be especially #DeerAware. Read up on how to prevent a collision at https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/roads/road-safety/deer
Sunday 30 May
If you’re #DeerAware you’ll know that deer like to travel in groups. So expect to see more than one at a time. Read up on how to prevent a collision at https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/roads/road-safety/deer
Wednesday 3 May
Don’t ignore the signs. Deer are creatures of habit and we’ve put these signs in the exact places they are known to cross. Be #DeerAware and read up on how to prevent a collision at https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/roads/road-safety/deer
Friday 5 May
It goes without saying, but always ensure you stick to the speed limits and be extra cautious in bad weather. You never know when deer may appear. Be #DeerAware and read up on how to prevent a collision at https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/roads/road-safety/deer
Sunday 7 May
Know how best to use your headlights. Quickly switching from full beam to dipped could save you from an accident. Be #DeerAware and read up on how to prevent a collision at https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/roads/road-safety/deer
Tuesday 9 May
Unfortunately, accidents happen. Firstly – remain calm, safely park your car and put your hazards on. Don’t touch the deer. Then assess the situation and contact the appropriate services. The best thing you can do is be prepared and know what action to take in an emergency. Follow our advice which can be found at https://new.eastsussex.gov.uk/roadsandtransport/roads/road-safety/deer
Thursday 11 May
Hopefully you’re all feeling more #DeerAware following our advice. As long as we’re prepared we can also enjoy safely spotting deer in #EastSussex. There are six species of British deer but can you tell the difference between a fallow, roe or sika? Find out what they look like and let us know if you’ve spot any: https://your.eastsussex.gov.uk/2019/09/26/are-you-deer-aware/
