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Mark your calendars for October 10, because it's World Animal Road Accident Awareness Day! This day was created to raise awareness about the dangers that animals face on roads and highways every day. It's an opportunity to educate ourselves and others about how we can make a difference in preventing these accidents from happening. From slowing down in areas with high animal populations to properly securing our pets when traveling, there are many ways we can help protect our furry friends. So let's come together on this day to show our love and appreciation for animals and do our part in keeping them safe!
<div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1900s</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Rise in Automobile Accidents</div><div class='timeline-text'>With the rise of automobile usage in the early 20th century, road accidents involving animals start to become a significant issue.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1970</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Implementation of Animal Crossings</div><div class='timeline-text'>Several countries start implementing animal crossings to avoid road accidents involving wildlife, helping to preserve biodiversity.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>1986</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>First Animal Bridge</div><div class='timeline-text'>The world's first animal bridge, designed to prevent wildlife traffic collisions, was built in France in 1986.</div></div></div> <div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2000</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Roadside Rescue</div><div class='timeline-text'>Numerous animal rescue and rehabilitation organizations are established worldwide, many offering roadside rescue for injured animals.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2010</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>Increased Public Awareness</div><div class='timeline-text'>Awareness of animal road accidents has increased through public education campaigns, focusing on driver awareness and mitigation strategies to reduce accidents.</div></div></div><div class='timeline-item'><div class='timeline-left'><div class='timeline-date-text'>2015</div></div><div class='timeline-center'></div><div class='timeline-right'><div class='timeline-text timeline-text-title'>World Animal Road Accident Awareness Day</div><div class='timeline-text'>The first World Animal Road Accident Awareness Day is observed to spread awareness of the issue and promote action to protect animals on the roads.</div></div></div>
<div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>1</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Host a charity run/walk</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Organize a charity run/walk to raise awareness and funds for animal road safety. Participants can dress up in animal costumes and proceeds can be donated to local animal shelters or organizations that promote road safety for animals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>2</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Volunteer at a local animal shelter</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Spend the day volunteering at a local animal shelter. Help with tasks such as cleaning, socializing with the animals, or organizing adoption events. You can also use this opportunity to educate others about road safety for animals.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>3</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Spread awareness on social media</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Use your social media platforms to share information and statistics about animal road accidents. You can also share tips on how to prevent these accidents and encourage others to share their own ideas and experiences.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>4</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Organize a pet safety education event</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Partner with local animal organizations or veterinarians to host an educational event about pet safety on the road. This can include demonstrations on how to properly walk a dog, tips for keeping cats safe around cars, and more.</p></div></div><div id='' class='facts-item'><div id='' class='facts-header'><h3 id='' class='facts-number'>5</h3></div><div id='' class='facts-text-wrapper'><h3 id='' class='facts-title'>Create art for a cause</h3><p id='' class='facts-text'>Gather friends and family to create artwork that promotes animal road safety. You can sell the pieces and donate the proceeds to an organization that works towards this cause.</p></div></div>
<div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>A</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Raise awareness for animal safety on the roads</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>World Animal Road Accident Awareness Day is an important reminder to all drivers to be cautious and respectful of animals while on the road. Many animals, such as wild animals or domestic pets, can easily be injured or killed by vehicles if proper precautions are not taken.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>B</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Protect animal habitats</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>By being aware of potential animal crossings and taking appropriate safety measures while driving, we can help protect and preserve the natural habitats of many animals. This also helps maintain a healthy ecosystem for both wildlife and humans.</p></div></div><div id='' class='whywelove-item'><div id='' class='whywelove-letter-cont'><div class='whywelove-letter'>C</div></div><div id='why-we-love-main-cont'><h3 id='' class='whywelove-title'>Prevent accidents and save lives</h3><p id='' class='whywelove-text'>Sadly, thousands of animals are killed every day in road accidents. By promoting awareness on this designated day, we can educate others and hopefully reduce the number of animal deaths caused by vehicle collisions. In turn, this also helps prevent accidents for drivers and passengers.</p></div></div>
<div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>1</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Millions of Animals Fall Victim to Road Accidents Annually</h3><p class='facts-content'>It is estimated that around 1 million animals are killed on the roads every day in the United States alone. This shocking number underscores the seriousness of the problem and the urgent need for action.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>2</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Animal Road Accidents can Cause Serious Accidents for Humans too</h3><p class='facts-content'>In addition to harm caused to animals, road accidents involving wildlife can lead to serious accidents for humans. In the US, there are about 1 to 2 million vehicle collisions with large animals each year.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>3</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Night Time is Most Dangerous for Animal Road Accidents</h3><p class='facts-content'>Most animal vehicle collisions occur between dusk and dawn when visibility is low, and nocturnal animals are more active.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>4</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Certain Times of Year Have Higher Rates of Animal Road Accidents</h3><p class='facts-content'>Times of increased animal movement, such as during spring and autumn mating seasons, see higher rates of road accidents involving animals.</p></div></div><div class='facts-item'><div class='facts-number-wrapper'><p class='facts-number'>5</p></div><div class='facts-core-content'><h3 class='facts-title'>Most Animal Road Accidents are Preventable</h3><p class='facts-content'>Studies suggest that the majority of animal road accidents could be prevented by driver awareness and the implementation of proper road safety measures such as wildlife crossings, proper signage, and reduced speed limits in areas with high animal activity.</p></div></div>
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