Mayhem on the QEW as speed too high for snow OPP say cars were 'flying'past despite whiteout, and result was pileups

[Dave Woodford] says visibility in the area was zero, yet despite this officers were reporting motorists "flying" past. He says police were advising motorists to avoid the highway as police worked to clear the collisions. "We're either full or over capacity," he said. "...

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Published inSpectator (Hamilton. 1994)
Main Author Niagara This Week
Format Newspaper Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Hamilton, Ont Torstar Syndication Services, a Division of Toronto Star Newspapers Limited 03.01.2014
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Summary:[Dave Woodford] says visibility in the area was zero, yet despite this officers were reporting motorists "flying" past. He says police were advising motorists to avoid the highway as police worked to clear the collisions. "We're either full or over capacity," he said. "But we'll find a solution." To report anyone in need of shelter, call the Salvation Army at 905-527-1444. "Our crews have been continuously responding to calls," said EMS manager Craig Williams.
ISSN:1189-9417