Enforcement Services encouraging safe winter driving behaviour

With roads covered in snow and ice throughout the region, Grande Prairie Enforcement Services is encouraging motorists to pay attention to the roads and their vehicles while driving in winter conditions. 

Some winter driving tips include:

• Ensuring your vehicle is clear of frost and snow to provide the best visibility possible
• Slowing down and remember that posted speed limits are intended for ideal road conditions
• Leaving more space between your vehicle and the vehicle ahead of you to allow for slippery stops
• Keeping your headlights on all the time; do not rely on daytime running lights
• Using low beam lights, which are more effective than high beam lights in fog or heavy snow conditions
• Signalling well in advance of turning to give other motorists time to anticipate and react
• Installing winter rated tires

“Winter conditions are always the most difficult to drive in,” says Peace Officer Sergeant Ryan Hoffman. “We encourage all motorists to take their time while driving, leave extra space between your vehicle and those around you, and avoid distractions. We want to ensure that everyone gets home safely.”

Information provided by the Grande Prairie Police Service