OPP Report Thousands of Crashes Across the Province

Motorists Not Driving to Road Conditions

ORILLIA, ON, Jan. 26, 2014 /CNW/ - Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers across the Province have been kept busy responding to calls for service as a result of the latest storm that has blanketed the Province.

Since Friday evening OPP officers have responded to over 1,600 crashes across Ontario including three fatal and numerous personal injury collisions. During the course of these investigations eight OPP cruisers were struck by passing motorists resulting in minor injuries to two police officers.

To date OPP officers have ordered more than sixty road and highway closures across the province as well as assisted over 400 stranded motorists seek shelter from the storm.

Poor visibility and strong winds continue to make driving hazardous across Ontario. The OPP reminds motorists to watch for emergency responders and to move to the left when safe to do so.

Weather conditions may change unexpectedly as a result of sudden storms and wind gusts causing reduced visibility. Driving defensively, reducing your speed and adjusting your following distance will assist in reaching your destination safely. Always exercise caution when driving and consider postponing travel until weather conditions improve.

SOURCE: Ontario Provincial Police

Contacts by OPP Region:

Highway Safety Division:  
Sergeant Dave Woodford   
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Central Region:  
Sergeant Peter Leon   
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East Region:   
Sergeant Kristine Rae  
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North East Region:  
Sergeant Carolle Dionne         
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North West Region:  
Sergeant Shelley Garr  
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West Region:                        
Sergeant Dave Rektor                      
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