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Preventing Deer and Moose Accidents Through Road Management Measures - Experiences and Solutions from Finland
Jaako Klang Centres for Economic Development, Transport, and the Environment, Traffic System Department (Finland)
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More than 13,953 traffic accidents involving deer and moose are estimated to occur each year in Finland. These accidents cause at least €92 million in costs and lead to 122 personal injuries (3 fatalities) annually. Deer-related accidents are increasing as both deer populations and vehicular travel increase.