The Lucknow Sentinel, 2013-11-20, Page 88 Lucknow Sentinel • Wednesday, November 20, 2013
Prevent a crash - adjust your speed to weather & road conditions
(HURON COUNTY, ON)
- Huron County Ontario
Provincial Police (OPP) has
responded to 13 motor
vehicle collisions in the last
few weeks. The vast
majority of these collisions
are a direct result of driver
error. Drivers are failing to
adjust their driving habits
to the weather and road
conditions. Huron County
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is experiencing an early dose of win-
ter like driving conditions. Areas
throughout the county have experi-
enced conditions of poor visibility
and slippery roads.
During this 24 hour period driver
error has caused vehicles to slide off
the roadway into trees, hydro poles,
and ditches. Drivers have also carried
too much speed into intersections
and have been unable to get stopped
in time. One vehicle struck another in
the rear and another slid through an
intersection and was struck by
another vehicle.
"We cannot control the weather
however you can control the speed of
your vehicle. Stay in control of your
vehicle and adjust your speed accord-
ing to the weather conditions. The
number one reason for motor vehicle
collisions during adverse weather is -
Speed too fast for road and weather
conditions. Safe driving starts with
you, prevent a crash and slow down"
- Huron County OPP Sergeant Dale
Bray.
All motorists are encouraged to
ensure their vehicles are ready for
winter conditions. Huron County OPP
offers the following tips with respect
to winter driving.
• Always check with your local
media outlet, Environment Canada or
the Ministry of Transportation (MTO)
before venturing out onto the road-
way. If you discover that a snow storm
is imminent, modify your driving
times to reflect the best driving condi-
tions. Do not risk your life or someone
else's if the weather necessitates you
to stay off the road.
• Reducing your speed on snowy
and slippery roads will improve your
stopping distances. If you see snow,
go slow.
• Switch to winter tires for added
traction and stopping ability.
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• If you have to stop for any reason,
activate your hazard lights and ensure
you are well off the traveled portion of
the roadway. Whenever possible, pull
into a driveway or parking lot rather
than remaining on the shoulder of the
roadway.
• If you have to get out of your vehi-
cle, ensure there are no other cars
approaching and do so in safety. The
safest place to be is inside your
vehicle.
• If you end up stuck in a ditch and
need to keep the motor running,
ensure that your exhaust is clear of
snow. This will prevent carbon mon-
oxide from entering your vehicle.
• Carry an emergency survival kit in
your vehicle.
• Tell someone your route and when
they can expect you to return. Call
them if you are going to be late.
Finally, please DO NOT call the
Provincial Communications Centre
(PCC) (Dispatch) for road and
weather conditions. Police will not
provide this information. By calling
the PCC it ties up phone lines that
others depend on for emergency
situations.
Dial 5-1-1 from your landline or cell
phone for up to date road informa-
tion. This automated bilingual service
provides travellers with road informa-
tion pertaining to construction zones
and closures on provincially main-
tained highways. Alternatively, online
users can find the same information
at www.ontario.ca/trip
Winter driving requires the full
attention of every motorist. Proper
pre -trip planning and vehicle inspec-
tions will make for a much safer trip.
Winter driving in Huron County can
be challenging, be prepared and be
safe.
You're invited to..
Lucknow's
Santa Claus
Pcntadc
Friday, Nov. 29, 2013
7 p.m.
Tlzeine: qew e.
• Floats should assemble on Havelock Street;
the parade will proceed down Campbell Street
• Santa & Mrs. Claus will meet with children at the Sports Complex
following the parade
• Free treat bags for the kids
• Free skating from 7 p.m.
Please note: The Lucknow Guides and Lucknow & District Fire
Department will be collecting (along the parade route)
non-perishable food donations for the Bruce County Food Bank