Written by Press Release on 23 January 2012
Highway 17 (March 2011) where driving conditions can change dramatically without warning. Photo OntarioNewsNorth.com
Travel Advisory
THUNDER BAY, ON – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to advise that current environmental conditions are resulting in near white-out conditions inThunder Bay and areas east. Sections of highways # 11 and #11/17 have been closed over the last six hours and conditions are being monitored. Motorists are being advised that if you do not need to travel, stay home.
The OPP are reminding motorists to:
- Slow down and drive to the weather and road conditions;
- Leave more space between vehicles. Stopping distances are at least double on snowy roads, and even longer in icy conditions;
- Be ready for rapidly changing conditions. Blowing snow may suddenly reduce visibility, and gusting winds can cause ice to form quickly;
- Know where you are. Keep track of intersections as you pass them in case you need to call for help in an emergency;
- Monitor road and weather conditions. Check local media and road authority websites for conditions and closures before you leave home or work and listen to local radio during your journey.
For further winter driving tips visit the Ministry of Transportation Website at www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/traveller/conditions
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