When a vehicle is reported as an animal in the roadway, what is typically prioritized?

When a vehicle is reported as an animal in the roadway, the primary concern is to ensure the safety of all road users by clearing the road. This involves quickly assessing the situation, ensuring that any traffic can flow safely, and preventing any potential accidents that could arise from the presence of the animal on the roadway.

Clearing the roadway helps to mitigate risks for both drivers and the animal itself, as stranded animals can be at risk of injury. Addressing the immediate hazard takes precedence over other measures like capturing the animal or notifying animal control, which are important but can typically be done after the road is cleared and traffic is safely directed around the situation.

While keeping track of the animal's welfare and involving the appropriate control services is important, the urgent need to maintain roadway safety makes clearing the road the top priority in this scenario.