Road Safety at Work wants Bulkley-Nechako drivers to be extra cautious and alert for wildlife on highways this summer.
A collision can cause serious injuries to the animals on the road and to passengers of motor vehicles.
According to ICBC, there are nearly 10,000 wildlife collisions each year in B.C. Collisions are particularly common at dawn and dusk as animals are often more active during these times.
Deer and moose are the most at risk of getting hit during the summer.
“Wildlife collisions often happen with little or no warning and are traumatic for everyone involved,” wrote Trace Acres, program director for Road Safety at Work, in a statement.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, Acres writes how important it is prevent a collision from occurring.
"Understanding the patterns of wildlife activity and adjusting driving habits accordingly is crucial for preventing these potentially fatal encounters," wrote Acres.
Drivers are encouraged to remain alert while operating a vehicle, pay attention to other drivers, watch for animal crossing signs, plan out routes ahead of time and slow down when an animal is seen on the side of the road.
“You can't control what wildlife does, but you can take steps to reduce your risk of a collision,” wrote Acres.