You won't believe how many moose are out there
Good morning from the Fundy shore — the tide's turning, and so is New Brunswick. Let's get into it.
I'll tell you what, there are some things you just expect when you're driving up here in New Brunswick, especially once you get outside the city limits proper. And top of that list? Moose. Every single person who's ever driven a stretch of highway between, say, the Reversing Falls and Sussex, or heading up towards Fredericton, has a moose story. But usually, it's about a near miss. The news that a fatal crash just north of Saint John was caused by a driver swerving to avoid one of these massive animals? It's just a tragic reminder that they're not just a story you tell; they're a real danger on our roads. This wasn't some backwoods lane; this was on a major highway, right.
### The Real Danger of Our Wildlife
This isn't just about one incident, as heartbreaking as it is for the family involved. It's about a provincial reality that we all live with, but maybe don't talk about enough until something like this happens. You drive past those "Moose Crossing" signs, maybe you even chuckle, but when you're doing 100 km/h, avoiding a full-grown moose is near impossible. They're dark, they're tall, and they just appear out of nowhere, right?
Here's what you need to remember about driving in New Brunswick:
* **Dusk and Dawn are Prime Time:** That's when moose are most active, so be extra vigilant. * **Don't Swerve:** Easier said than done, I know, but experts say hitting the moose is often safer than swerving into oncoming traffic or a ditch. * **Scan the Shoulders:** Keep your eyes moving, looking for movement off the road.
This happened just north of the city, which means folks heading out for a day trip to the Fundy Trail Parkway, or commuting up to Fredericton, need to be hyper-aware. We're surrounded by wild places here, from Rockwood Park to the bigger forests beyond. It’s part of the charm, sure, but it comes with real risks. Keep your head up out there, Saint John.
I'll tell you what, Jonna and the crew chew on these kinds of local realities every morning. You can catch it live at mornings.live.