NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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The James Bay detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be participating in a traffic campaign this holiday weekend.
This Civic Holiday Weekend Campaign will run from Aug. 2-5, 2024. The OPP will be focusing on traffic moving over for emergency vehicles and tow trucks, as well as the "Big Four" which include: distracted driving, alcohol/drug - impaired driving, speeding/aggressive driving, and seatbelts.
Heavy traffic volumes are expected on roadways and drivers will see a greater presence of emergency vehicles in order to keep all road users safe. Slow down and move over if you see an emergency vehicle with their lights flashing. If the emergency vehicle is stopped on the same side of the highway as you are going, slow down and pass with caution. If the road has two or more lanes, slow down and move over!
Failure to comply with the move over law carries a $490 to $2,000 fine plus three demerit points upon conviction. Subsequent offences carry a $1,000 to $4,000 fine, possible jail time of up to six months and suspension of your driver's licence for up to two years.
While enjoying the festivities, the OPP reminds motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. If you observe a suspected impaired driver, please call 911 or contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
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