When livestock are on the road ahead in a Montana open-range area, the safest action is to:
Honk loudly to scatter the animals.
Honking can spook animals into sudden moves.
Slow down, stop if needed, and wait for the animals to move.
Accelerate to pass quickly.
Accelerating increases collision risk and animal liability.
Swerve onto the shoulder to get around.
Swerving causes loss of control, especially on rural roads.
In Montana's open-range areas, livestock have right of way on the road. Slow down, stop if needed, and let the animals move at their own pace. Avoid honking (which can cause stampede or injury). Remember: in open range, if you hit livestock, you are liable for damages.
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