Mississippi drivers face high risk of animal collisions, new report shows - SuperTalk Mississippi

Mississippi drivers face high risk of animal collisions, new report shows - SuperTalk Mississippi

Mississippi has landed in the top 10 states where drivers are most likely to crash into deer or other animals, according to new research from State Farm. The Magnolia State ranks eighth nationwide, with motorists facing a 1 in 77 chance of hitting an animal. From July 2024 through June 2025, more than 26,000 animal-related wrecks were reported in Mississippi. Deer remains the leading cause of vehicle damage, followed by cattle, dogs, raccoons, r…