Hwy17 – OPEN (Manitoba border to Ignace)

Oct 26, 2017 @ 19:30

Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police advise of the following Hwy 17 re-opened: 1839hrs

Oct 26, 2017 @ 16:30

Hwy 17 at Shabaqua now open to Ignace. Hwy still closed west and east from Ignace to the Manitoba border.

Oct 26, 2017 @ 14:01

Members of the Kenora Ontario Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are advising motorists that Highway 17 will be closed due to poor road conditions. The highway will be closed from the Manitoba border to Shabaqua Township, west of Thunder Bay.

For updates on the road closure, check Ontario.ca/511

Oct 26, 2017 @ 12:47: Due to several collisions in the area and dangerous conditions Dryden and Thunder Bay OPP have closed Hwy 17 between Dryden and Shabaqua. Updates to follow once more information available.

Oct 26, 2017 @ 11:57: Members of the Kenora Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police are currently at the scene of multiple motor vehicle collisions in the area. The highway is currently blocked by a jackknifed tractor trailer unit (TTU) on Highway 17a, west of the east junction of 17a/17. Motorists are asked to avoid this area and use alternate routes at this time.

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to remind motorists to drive with extra care and caution. Here are some helpful road safety tips to prepare for winter driving conditions:

Prepare your vehicle

Have your vehicle serviced in preparation for the winter season
Have an ice scraper / snow brush in your vehicle to ensure the entire windshield and headlights are clear of ice/snow
Fill your windshield washer fluid reservoir and have extra available
Check your headlights to ensure they are working and free of snow
Clean your windshield and have wiper blades checked, replace if necessary
Keep a winter survival kit in your vehicle that includes blankets, flashlight, candle and some food / drinks

Adjust your driving

Slow down and drive according to weather conditions, speed is the number one cause of winter collisions
Be prepared for rapidly changing conditions. Blowing snow may suddenly reduce visibility, and gusting winds can cause ice to form quickly
When travelling in an unfamiliar area, keep track of signs and landmarks in case you need to call for help in an emergency situation
Monitor road and weather conditions. Check the forecast and road conditions before you leave for your destination. If conditions are poor, consider delaying your trip until conditions improve

The OPP reminds motorists and the public not to call the OPP for road conditions. You can call 5-1-1 for interactive up to date road conditions anywhere in Ontario. For more information refer to: www.mto.gov.on.ca or www.hsec.ca

STAY ALERT, SLOW DOWN AND STAY IN CONTROL

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