For drivers in most states, collisions involving an animal rank high on their list of concerns, especially around dusk or at night when animals become more active and driving conditions more hazardous. While you may not be able to completely avoid or eliminate the risks, it can be helpful to know just how high your chances of getting into an animal-related car accident are in each state. According to State Farm Insurance, each state has different statistics when it comes to wildlife and car accidents. In this video, we’ll look at the top 10 states most at risk.
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