Drivers warned after animal-related crashes spike in Cumbria

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 27 Oct, 12:02 · Archive

Twenty-two casualties resulted from animal-related road collisions in Cumbria between 2021 and 2025.

Motorists in the South Lakes area are being warned about a seasonal spike in animal-related road collisions, which caused 22 casualties in Cumbria between 2021 and 2025. The Cumbria police force area recorded 17 animal-related collisions during the five-year period, whilst nationally there were 1,503 such collisions resulting in 1,939 casualties.

Mark Smith, head of business at Lloyd Motors South Lakes, said animal collisions happen suddenly and often when drivers least expect them. As darker months approach, reduced visibility and increased wildlife activity make driving conditions more challenging. He urged simple preventative steps: reducing speed, paying attention to wildlife warning signs and staying alert around bends.

Lloyd Motors is promoting vehicle technology that can detect large animals on or near the road, alert drivers to potential hazards and automatically intervene if necessary. The safety campaign is prompted by data from Volvo based on Department for Transport figures.

How it is being reported

• Drivers warned after 22 casualties linked to animal-related crashes in CumbriaDrivers are being urged to stay alert on the roads.Westmorland Gazette · 27 Oct, 11:25
• Drivers warned after 22 casualties linked to animal-related crashes in CumbriaDrivers are being urged to stay alert on the roads.NW Evening Mail · 27 Oct, 11:25

In this story: Cumbria · South Lakes · Lloyd Motors South Lakes · Mark Smith · Volvo · Department for Transport

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