City urges drivers to watch for deer as mating season peaks

MILTON, Ga. — Drivers should keep an eye out for deer darting across roads over the next two weeks as the animals enter the peak of their breeding season. The city of Milton said the peak of the breeding season, known as the rut, runs Nov. 10-23 this year. Bucks chasing does during that stretch tend to pay less attention to their surroundings, including passing traffic. The city is asking people in Fulton County and neighboring Cherokee and Forsyth counties to stay alert, especially around dawn and dusk. Deer can be harder to see at those hours, so the city is urging drivers and pedestrians to take extra care. Drivers should scan the road ahead and be ready to slow down or stop if a deer darts into their path. Appreciate the work? Help us keep this reporting available to all by joining the Appen Press Club. Your support makes all the difference. Chip in!