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Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on Kootenay highways

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Winter tire requirements take effect Oct. 1 on designated Kootenay highways as colder overnight temperatures return to the region.

Summer traffic in the Kootenays increases risk for roadside workers

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Drivers urged to slow down, leave phones alone and follow directions this summer holidays.

Wildlife collisions spike in Kootenays during May and June

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Drivers in the Kootenays face a heightened risk of wildlife collisions in May and June, as increased deer and elk activity coincides with seasonal changes in driving conditions, Road Safety at Work said.

Time-change fatigue can raise crash risk beyond the first day back at work

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Drivers may face a higher crash risk for several days after the spring time change as lost sleep builds fatigue and reduces alertness, road safety advocates warn.

Check your tread: B.C.’s winter tire rules kick in Wednesday

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Ready or not, winter tire season starts this week in British Columbia this Wednesday.

Put the phone away while driving; says road safety campaign

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Make sure you keep your head up and put your phone away while driving through work zones. This comes from...

‘Animals don’t follow traffic rules’- Road Safety at Work reminds drivers to be on alert

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Spring brings longer days, greener roadsides — and a sharp rise in wildlife on the move.  During peak wildlife activity...

Motorists encouraged to keep winter tires on this spring

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With spring bringing warmer temperatures to the Kootenays, motorists may be tempted to take off their winter tires; however,...

Drivers encouraged to sleep more ahead of Daylight Saving

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With Daylight Saving Time coming this weekend, drivers should get more rest before hitting the road. On Sunday morning, the...

Drivers encouraged to give space to roadside workers

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For this winter season, make sure to give room to BC roadside workers while driving. That comes from Road Safety...

Expect the unexpected on Kootenay roads

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Freezing nights and sunny days have Road Safety at Work reminding drivers to expect the unexpected when behind the...

Road Safety at Work offers tips for safe driving in the Kootenays

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Road Safety at Work are offering tips to stay safe while driving on the Kootenays this holiday season. The organization...

BC’s winter tire law comes into effect next week

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Despite being just a few days into fall, Road Safety at Work is urging motorists to ensure their vehicles...

Kootenay drivers urged to stay vigilant of wildlife

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Kootenay drivers are being urged to be on alert for animals when travelling on the roads this summer. Trace Acres,...

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BREAKING: Multiple injuries reported in Highway 39 bus crash south of Mackenzie

RCMP
Highway 39 at the 11300 block south of Mackenzie is closed in both directions as RCMP and other emergency crews attend a vehicle incident involving a bus.

Two dead in suspected grizzly bear attack near Bella Coola

Fish & Wildlife
The B.C. Conservation Officer Service has ended its search near Bella Coola after the second victim of a suspected grizzly bear attack was found dead.

Democrats claim House and Senate majorities

Politics
Democratic leaders say they have won majorities in the U.S. House and Senate after Tuesday’s midterm elections.

B.C. privacy watchdog investigating Crime Stoppers after data breach of online tip system

Crime
B.C.’s privacy watchdog is investigating whether B.C. Crime Stoppers adequately protected anonymous tipsters’ personal information after a breach at its tip-platform provider.

BC Conservation Officers investigating suspected fatal grizzly bear attack near Bella Coola

Fish & Wildlife
The B.C. Conservation Officer Service is investigating a suspected fatal grizzly bear attack near Bella Coola after one person was found dead, and a second still missing.
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