Be cautious on highways, RCMP say after fatal moose collision
Last Updated: Friday, March 13, 2009 | 7:13 AM NT
CBC News
Police in central Newfoundland are reminding motorists to remain alert for moose, following a fatal collision on the Trans-Canada Highway.
A 69-year-old man was killed Wednesday night when his car struck a moose between Grand Falls-Windsor and Bishop's Falls.
The RCMP said two cars actually hit the moose during the incident. A woman in the second vehicle sustained minor injuries.
While most moose-vehicle collisions in Newfoundland and Labrador occur between the late spring and mid-fall, RCMP said the incident shows the need to be alert.
"These animals weigh quite extensively, almost up to 1,000 pounds," said Const. Richard Wheaton, who works with the force's traffic services division.
"We need to be very, very cautious and keep our attention upon us at all times when we're driving on the highway."
The deceased man's name has not been released.
