Deer on the roads – Brocton, Milford, Cannock Chase

Staffordshire Police have issued the following alert: 

We are urging motorists to take extra caution whilst travelling on our roads, especially those travelling around the Brocton, Milford and Cannock Chase area. 🦌

This time of year for deer is referred to as the ‘rutting season’ , from late September until December , and will see an increase of deer near to and on our roads as they travel through the area in the search for a mate.

This means they can appear suddenly, without warning and often there is more than one.

⚠️ When you see warning signs or are travelling through a heavily wooded or forested stretch of road, reduce your speed and stay alert.

🚗 If your headlights are on, use full-beams when you can, but dip them if you see deer as they may freeze.

🦌 More deer may follow the first one you see, so remain vigilant.

✋ Be prepared to stop suddenly. Try not to suddenly swerve to avoid a deer. Hitting oncoming traffic or another obstacle could be even worse.

🚨 If you have to stop, use your hazard warning lights.

📱 Should you hit a deer, call 999 and ask for the Police.

Message Sent By
Gareth Higgins
(Staffordshire Police, PCSO, Stafford)