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The Lucknow Sentinel, 2015-01-21, Page 9Don't Drive on a Closed Road South Bruce OPP During the recent winter storm, South Bruce Ontario Pro- vincial Police (OPP) officers closed some area roads in the interest of public safety. Some of the road closures lasted for days which is inconvenient and frus- trating, but driving on a closed road is not just illegal, it's gam- bling with safety. During the last storm, warn- ings were given and charges were laid as South Bruce OPP officers encountered vehicles on the closed roads. A few motor- ists chose to drive around a road closed barricade and continue driving along the closed road in the presence of a marked police cruiser. On January 10, 2015 a male travelling with 4 small children was turned back 011 Bruce County Road 23 as officers were working in near white out con- ditions to assist with removal of stranded vehicles including a snow plow that had entered the ditch. Motorists that choose to drive on a closed road are not just Use Caution on the Ice South Bruce OPP Southern Bruce County has been experiencing some extremely cold temperatures, but you can't assume that you'll be safe on the ice. The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is offering residents the following information about ice. Ice does not freeze at a uni- form thickness across most lakes and rivers. This can be particularly evident at the start of the winter season when near - shore ice is often much thicker and safer than ice further out. Not all ice is created equal. Ice that has formed over flowing water, springs, pressure cracks, old ice holes or around the mouths of rivers and streams can be weaker than surrounding ice. Clear blue ice is the strongest. White or opaque ice is much weaker. Ice that has a honey- combed look, common during thaws or in the spring, should be avoided altogether. Traveling on frozen lakes or rivers with snowmobiles or vehicles can be particularly dangerous and added precau- tions must be taken. Heavy snow on frozen lakes and rivers can insulate the ice below, causing the ice to freeze slower. It's important to let others know where you're planning to fish and advise when you plan to return. If you are missing, res- cue crews can narrow their search and potentially save your life. Rules of the Trail South Bruce OPP Snow has finally arrived in Southern Bruce County, which means the snowmobile enthusi- asts will be out riding. With this in mind, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is sending snowmobile opera- tors a reminder on some of the laws in the Motorized Snow Vehicle Act. Snowmobile drivers must carry their driver's licence or snowmobile operator's card when they ride. If your licence is under suspension, you can't drive a snowmobile either. Licence, proof of registration and proof of insurance must be pro- duced to a police officer on demand, when operating a snowmobile. A snowmobile driver must stop for police when signalled. Speed limits must be obeyed. A snowmobile driver can be charged for speeding. A snowmobile must not be driven along the serviced portion of the roadway, except to cross at a right angle. This includes the shoulder of the road. Impaired driving laws apply to snowmobiles anywhere in Can- ada whether on private property or not. Don't mix alcohol and snowmobiling. The South Bruce OPP and the OFSC have a zero tolerance for impaired operation. Snowmobiles must not be driven on private property with- out the owner's permission; vio- lators may be subject to a charge subjecting themselves to unnec- essary risk and breaking the law. When their vehicle gets stuck, they are hampering the efforts of road service crews working to clear the road and get it open for everyone to use. In addition, emergency ser- vices personnel have to put themselves at risk trying to locate the stranded driver. The penalty for driving on a closed road is a $110 fine and 3 demerit points, but the conse- quences can be far worse if you become involved in a collision. Parents - be mindful while children are out of school, as they may venture out on frozen ponds, ditches or area water- ways. Children should never play on or near ice covered bod- ies of water unless directly supervised by an experienced adult. Winter weather conditions can be unpredictable and varia- ble, proper equipment and experience is necessary to have a safe winter season on the ice. For more information on ice safety, visit the Royal Lifesaving Society online at HYPERLINK "http://www.lifesaving.ca/" \t "_blank" http://www.lifesaving. ca/. Parents and caregivers are urged to discuss this informa- tion with their youth. of Trespassing. A proper muffler and an approved, properly fit helmet are required by law. Drivers of a snowmobile directly or indirectly involved in a reportable collision are required to call police as soon as possible. A trail permit is required to use approved snowmobile trails, when they are declared open for use. Dress appropriately and let someone know where you plan to ride and for how long. In addition, snowmobile own- ers are encouraged to check out snowmobile by-laws with the Municipality that they ride in. Snowmobiling can be an enjoyable winter activity. Fol- low the rules, be respectful of others and ride safely. lucknowsentinel.com Wednesday, January 21, 2015 • Lucknow Sentinel 9 ■policebriefs DISTRACTED DRIVER CHARGED (KINCARDINE, ON) - On January 9, 2015 at 10:33 am, a South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer on patrol along Queen Street, Kincardine noticed a distracted driver operating a Black Ford pick-up truck. The vehicle was stopped and the driver, a 61 year old man from Milton, was charged with drive while using hand held communication device. POLICE LOOKING FOR STOLEN PICKUP (HURON TWP, ON) - On January 10, 2015 at 8:16 am, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a stolen vehicle report from a residence in the 3000 block of Concession 2 in Huron Township. Sometime between 11:00 pm on January 9, 2015 and 4:30 am on Janu- ary 10, 2015 a Black 2008 Toyota Tundra licence number AC33998 was taken. The estimated value of the stolen truck is $22,000. OFFICERS KEPT BUSY DURING STORM (SOUTHERN BRUCE COUNTY, ON) - The latest winter storm to pass over Southern Bruce County kept the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) busy dealing with traffic issues. Between 6:00 pm on January 6, 2015 and 6:00 pm on January 11, 2015, the South Bruce OPP responded to 20 motor vehicle collisions and 15 reports of abandoned / stranded vehicles. Most of these calls involved more than 1 vehicle and there were no injuries reported to police at any of these calls. For those that decide to travel in a winter storm, keep your headlights and tail lights on and clear of snow. Remember to keep your speed down,"If you see snow, go slow': For information on winter driving, in- cluding recommended items for a vehicle emergency kit, please visit: HYPERLINK "http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/ safety/winterdrive/winterdrive.shtml/" \t "_blank" http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/ english/safety/winterdrive/winterdrive. shtml/. For up to date road and weather information, please visit: HYPERLINK "http://www.brucecounty.on.ca/road- conditions.php/" \t "_blank" http:// www.brucecounty.on.ca/road-condi- tions.php/ or call Bruce County Roads at 1-866-266-7569, option "2': Do not call police looking for road and weather information as this is not a service that we provide. THREE DAY SUSPENSION SERVED ON DRIVER (ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWA- NOSH, ON) - On January 5, 2015 a Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer stopped a Volkswagen Passat that was travelling southbound on Kingsbridge Line toward the closed roadway at Bluewater Veteran's High- way. Upon speaking with the driver police noted the driver had been drinking alcohol. A roadside test was completed and the driver registered a warn range reading. As a result the 27 year old driver from Haldimand County was served with a three day driver's licence suspension. POLARIS SNOWMOBILE STOLEN (ASHFIELD-COLBORN E -WAWA - NOSH, ON) - Huron County Ontario Pro- vincial Police (OPP) officers are investigat- ing the recent theft of a Polaris snowmo- bile that was stolen from a farm located on Blyth Road near Sharpes Creek Line. The snowmobile was stolen sometime between January 4, 2015 and January 7, 2015. Those responsible forced entry into the locked shed through a man door. Once inside they located the snowmobile and were able to drive away on the machine. The stolen snowmobile is described as a black, 2010 Polaris 550. The estimated value of the machine is approximately $6,000. PONTIAC PURSUIT STOLEN (ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWA- NOSH, ON) - Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers have laid charges in connection to the theft of a Pontiac Pursuit that was stolen from a Goderich residence on December 7, 2014. Just after 2:00 p.m. on January 14, 2015 Huron County Ontario Provin- cial Police (OPP) officers located the Pontiac Pursuit parked on the side of Belfast Road. Officers noted the vehicle did not have attached licence plates and it was partially blocking the east- bound lane. Officers watched a female driver exit the vehicle and begin to walk westbound on Belfast Road. Officers checked the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) and were able to deter- mine it was stolen from Goderich. Officers located the female driver. She was placed under arrest for Pos- session of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000. Officers searched the female driver and discovered she was in posses- sion of a quantity of suspected metham- phetamine. Officers then searched the stolen vehicle and located a front licence plate that was stolen from a vehicle lo- cated on Marnoch Line in North Huron. • y .. . .. . cThe • * • * S c Lucknow Sentinel Birthday Club Graeme Irwin January 22, 2003 - 12 years old Dayton Wilson January 22, 2007 - 8 years old Aleah Draper January 23, 2013 - 2 years old Your child can be a member of the Sentinel's birthday club call 519-528-2822 to register bek now S nt nell 619 Campbell Street 519-528-2822 41