EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) -- As the weather gets colder, AAA Northeast is reminding drivers to be cautious, as the chance of colliding with a deer increases this time of year. AAA said the most crashes involving a deer happen between October and December, since the animals are more aggressive during their mating season. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) reports that 1,374 deer were struck by cars last year, down 11% from 2022. That year saw 1,544 deer-involved crashes, the highest number since at least 2016. ALSO READ: Data: RI, Mass. saw uptick in crashes involving deer in 2022 AAA said the top ten towns for deer-involved crashes were: TownAuto collisions involving deer in 2023 seasonSouth Kingstown88Coventry77North Kingstown72Tiverton72Warwick68Lincoln60Foster52Richmond51Cumberland48Glocester47 AAA advised drivers to obey the speed limit, use high beams when safe, and be careful rounding curves or hills to decrease the chance of hitting a deer. If you notice the deer early enough, you can blast your horn, the auto club added. Drivers who do end up colliding with a deer should get their vehicle to a safe location and report the crash to RIDEM by calling (401)-222-3070. NEXT: RIDOT schedules new community meeting after residents express frustrations Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW