Reminder: Drive Safely in Construction Zones

Shared on behalf of the Lakeshore OPP Detachment.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to take this opportunity to remind the motoring public to be prepared for slowdowns in construction zones and drive accordingly.

There are currently several areas in Essex County where roads are under construction and often times, there are detours created so that work can be completed safely for workers.

These detours are carefully planned out with many factors affecting where a detour occurs. The public is reminded to follow the designated detours appropriately.

Always drive at the posted reduced speed limit and keep a safe distance between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you.

Don’t tailgate-sudden stops are common in construction zones.  Watch for workers, new signs, traffic signals, pavement markings or uneven pavement. 

Changes to the Highway Traffic Act have resulted in the doubling of speeding fines in construction zones when workers are present.  Road safety is a shared responsibility. 

Slow down, stay alert and arrive safely!

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.