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6 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
I-794 Lake Interchange Study; WisDOT holding public update meeting
The Brief Rebuild a raised freeway or something at ground level. That's the debate the Wisconsin Department of Transportation wants you to weigh in on. The department is hosting a meeting on Thursday evening for anyone looking to learn the latest on I-794 Lake Interchange Study. MILWAUKEE - The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) will provide an update on the I-794 Lake Interchange Study on Thursday evening. They're debating whether to re-build a raised freeway or build something at ground level. What we know The elevated freeway is roughly 55 years old. The Wisconsin DOT says more than 70,000 drivers travel on the interchange every day. The meeting is an opportunity for the public to learn the latest about the study, understand the process, preview the defined alternatives and engage with WisDOT staff and representatives. The meeting will be held from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. at the Milwaukee Marriott Downtown. FREE DOWNLOAD: Get breaking news alerts in the FOX LOCAL Mobile app for iOS or Android The alternatives advancing include options from each concept group: No Build, Replace in Kind, Freeway Removal and Freeway Improvement. Later this year, WisDOT, in collaboration with the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), plans to issue a Notice of Intent (NOI) to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). SIGN UP TODAY: Get daily headlines, breaking news emails from FOX6 News During this process, WisDOT will host a series of public involvement meetings to share additional details of the alternatives, and provide detailed findings on traffic, multimodal accommodations and other analyses, and gather public feedback. Additional information about the I-794 Lake Interchange. What you can do The study can be found on the study website at The Source The information in this post was provided by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Wisconsin drivers were in 17,000 deer crashes in 2024. Where did most of the crashes occur?
Drivers should remain vigilant against deer on roadways this spring as crashes typically increase this time of year, warned the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Deer crash numbers usually increase in May and June in Wisconsin as does look for a place to give birth. "Deer can be erratic and hard to spot, so it's important that drivers are looking ahead and paying close attention to the sides of the road," said Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Tim Carnahan in a statement. In 2024, there were more than 17,000 deer related crashes, according to the DOT. Among those crashes, nine people were killed, and 708 were injured. Wisconsin has an estimated population of about 1.8 million deer, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Most deer-related crashes occur in areas with higher deer populations along with high traffic, according to the DOT. Here's how to avoid deer-related crashes this spring in Wisconsin, plus what to do if you do hit a deer, according to the DOT. Waukesha - 937 Washington - 798 St. Croix - 791 Dane - 770 Sheboygan - 763 Fond du lac - 683 Outagamie - 666 Manitowoc - 645 Walworth - 550 Winnebago – 532 Votes are in: Road America race ranks among top 10 again, according to USA TODAY readers Award-winning event: EAA AirVenture Oshkosh named among best air shows in USA TODAY 10Best list In general, best practices include always wearing a seat belt, driving slowly and carefully through forested areas, and being vigilant in the early morning and evening when deer are most active. Here are some additional tips from the Wisconsin DNR: If you notice a deer in your headlights, don't expect it to dart away. Headlights can confuse a deer and lead the animal to freeze in place. Instead, brake firmly when you notice the deer. A long honk of your vehicle can sometimes frighten the deer to run away. If a collision is unavoidable, brake and stay in your lane. Do not swerve, as this can confuse the deer as to where it should run and lead to you losing control of your vehicle. If you are on a motorcycle, slow down, brake firmly and then swerve if necessary, to avoid hitting the deer. Try to stay within your lane if possible, to avoid hitting other objects or vehicles. If you see one deer, watch for more. Deer seldom run alone. If you do end up hitting an animal, there are a few steps you should take, according to the DNR. These steps are specifically for deer-related crashes: If remains are on the shoulder of the highway or off the busy portion of the roadway, contact your local county sheriff. Here are the numbers to call for killed deer pick-up in each Wisconsin county. If possible, get your vehicle safely off the road. Stay buckled-up inside your vehicle to avoid being struck by another vehicle, particularly if you are on the highway. Be prepared to describe your precise location to law enforcement. Helpful location markers include proximity to a mile post, the lane direction, nearby exit numbers, an address or mailbox number. If the animal remains are on an active portion of a highway, call 911. These remains pose an urgent safety hazard. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Fond du Lac Sheboygan Manitowoc Winnebago counties deer-related crashes in 2024
Yahoo
09-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
There were over 17,000 deer-related crashes in Wisconsin in 2024. Where did most of the crashes occur?
Drivers should remain vigilant against deer on roadways this spring as crashes typically increase this time of year, warned the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. Deer crash numbers usually increase in May and June in Wisconsin as does look for a place to give birth. "Deer can be erratic and hard to spot, so it's important that drivers are looking ahead and paying close attention to the sides of the road," said Wisconsin State Patrol Superintendent Tim Carnahan in a statement. In 2024, there were more than 17,000 deer related crashes, according to the DOT. Among those crashes, nine people were killed, and 708 were injured. Wisconsin has an estimated population of about 1.8 million deer, according to the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Most deer-related crashes occur in areas with higher deer populations along with high traffic, according to the DOT. Here's how to avoid deer-related crashes this spring in Wisconsin, plus what to do if you do hit a deer, according to the DOT. Waukesha - 937 Washington - 798 St. Croix - 791 Dane - 770 Sheboygan - 763 Fond du lac - 683 Outagamie - 666 Manitowoc - 645 Walworth - 550 Winnebago – 532 In general, best practices include always wearing a seat belt, driving slowly and carefully through forested areas, and being vigilant in the early morning and evening when deer are most active. Here are some additional tips from the Wisconsin DNR: If you notice a deer in your headlights, don't expect it to dart away. Headlights can confuse a deer and lead the animal to freeze in place. Instead, brake firmly when you notice the deer. A long honk of your vehicle can sometimes frighten the deer to run away. If a collision is unavoidable, brake and stay in your lane. Do not swerve, as this can confuse the deer as to where it should run and lead to you losing control of your vehicle. If you are on a motorcycle, slow down, brake firmly and then swerve if necessary, to avoid hitting the deer. Try to stay within your lane if possible, to avoid hitting other objects or vehicles. If you see one deer, watch for more. Deer seldom run alone. If you do end up hitting an animal, there are a few steps you should take, according to the DNR. These steps are specifically for deer-related crashes: If remains are on the shoulder of the highway or off the busy portion of the roadway, contact your local county sheriff. Here are the numbers to call for killed deer pick-up in each Wisconsin county. If possible, get your vehicle safely off the road. Stay buckled-up inside your vehicle to avoid being struck by another vehicle, particularly if you are on the highway. Be prepared to describe your precise location to law enforcement. Helpful location markers include proximity to a mile post, the lane direction, nearby exit numbers, an address or mailbox number. If the animal remains are on an active portion of a highway, call 911. These remains pose an urgent safety hazard. This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: Waukesha, Washington counties saw most deer-related crashes in 2024
