The Chatham-Kent Police Service would like to encourage all motorists to begin thinking about winter driving. Weather and road conditions can change drastically in a matter of hours. As a driver, it’s best to be prepared for whatever Mother Nature throws your way.
Get your vehicle winter-ready with a maintenance inspection. Consider installing winter tires as they will improve driving safety by providing better traction and handling through snow, slush and ice.
Before you take to the road, ensure you have checked the weather and travel conditions towards your destination. Call 511 for information about current road conditions or go online at http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/traveller/trip/ This service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and road conditions are normally updated five times daily and more often as highway closures occur or as conditions change.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service reminds all road users to drive with extra care this winter and to always drive according to weather and road conditions.