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POLICE – Caution urged on the road when school bells ring next week

Whether in a car, on an ebike, or walking— when the school bell rings next week, make sure you’re on board with safety, say the police. Tuesday Sept. 3, 2024, marks the first day of school for thousands of students across Kamloops and with them, comes an increase in pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists on the roadways. To help ensure a safe return for everyone, the Kamloops RCMP Detachment is reminding the community to slow down, be aware of their surroundings, reduce distractions, and give themselves extra time to get to their destination. “If you haven’t already started thinking about this coming Tuesday, please take a moment to appreciate that our roadways typically get busier once the summer ends and routines start back up again,” said Cpl. Crystal Evelyn. Along with reviewing general safety tips, it’s also important for families to familiarize themselves with the rules and regulations of the roadway as they relate to motorists, cyclists, and pedestrians. “In June, we saw new regulations introduced in BC which include minimum safe passing distances for driving around vulnerable road users, such as cyclists and pedestrians,” said Cpl. Evelyn. As more light-weight electric assisted or powered scooters and bikes make their way [...]

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POLICE – Caution urged on the road when school bells ring next week

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