On Wednesday January 23, 2019 officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to numerous motor vehicle collisions within Northumberland County.
Officers were busy during the daytime and evening hours responding to 34 weather related collisions that occurred on snow and ice covered roadways. Fortunately none of the collisions resulted in serious injuries. The majority of the collisions were caused by motorists not slowing down and failing to drive according to the weather and road conditions.
The weather can suddenly change dramatically and without warning, particularly during the winter months. Sudden storms and plunging temperatures can drastically change road conditions and reduce visibility. Motorists should ensure that their vehicles are prepared for winter driving conditions, check weather and road reports before venturing out and adjust their driving habits accordingly.
During inclement weather the OPP is reminding motorists to drive with caution and allow yourself extra time to reach your destination, pack an emergency survival kit and advise others of your travel itinerary.
Ontario 511 is a bilingual digital traveller information service provided by the Ministry Of Transportation. This website has been designed to help people plan their routes and travel safely and efficiently across the province of Ontario. http://511on.ca/ .
Author: Pete Fisher
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