This Massachusetts County Has the Most Deer Crashes

Living in Massachusetts, we see a lot of deer. My house is backed up to woods, so they tend to travel through my backyard from time to time. It's nice when deer are standing still.

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Deer on the Move Aren't So Fun, Especially When They Collide with Moving Vehicles

I drive to work anywhere between 3:30 and 4 am. It's about a 35-minute drive for me. Driving to work this early in the morning, I see my share of wildlife, including skunks, foxes, bears, and deer. As a matter of fact, last summer, out of nowhere, a deer smashed into the side of my vehicle on Holmes Road in Pittsfield. Needless to say, I had damage to the front passenger door. I had it repaired. Since then, I have installed deer whistles on both of my cars. Call me paranoid, but when you drive to work as early as I do, it's worth it.

Which Massachusetts County Has the Most Deer Crashes?

Interestingly enough, Berkshire County doesn't have the most deer crashes in Massachusetts. The county isn't even in the top five. According to the latest data available from the AAA (from 2023) and as reported by Spectrum News 1, Plymouth County has the most deer-related crashes with a total of 332. Here's the breakdown of the top five counties with the most deer crashes in Massachusetts:

Plymouth County: 332 crashes
Bristol County: 302 crashes
Worcester County: 283 crashes
Middlesex County: 252 crashes
Essex County: 135 crashes

If you live in any of these counties, you may want to install some deer whistles on your vehicle as well. They cost less than $10. It's worth it.

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