Sask. drivers warned to watch for wildlife during peak collision season

Saskatchewan motorists are reminded to give wildlife a brake during peak activity season.

According to the most recent data from SGI, each year there are more than 8,000 collisions involving wildlife on Saskatchewan roads. On average, about 400 people are injured and two people are killed annually in animal-related collisions.

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Last year, there were 9,053 collisions reported, including 8,683 property damage-only incidents, 366 injury collisions, and four fatal collisions. This resulted in 443 injuries and five fatalities in Saskatchewan.