The Sûreté du Québec (SQ) is preparing to be particularly visible on the roads of the province during the construction holidays, where fatal accidents are high year after year.
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The provincial police force will pay particular attention to the road network, on bodies of water and on trails, between July 22 and August 7.
This operation will aim “to remind all users that they must apply the rules in terms of road safety and recreational tourism throughout the year, even when they are on vacation”, indicates the SQ in a press release.
The organization points out that a third of Quebecers take leave during this period, causing at the same time a considerable increase in trips on the network.
Inevitably fatal or injury collisions are particularly high.
Last year, 12 people lost their lives in motor vehicle accidents during the construction holiday. Three of these fatal collisions involved off-road vehicles.
“Recall in particular that wearing a helmet is compulsory for all-terrain vehicle enthusiasts and that it is strongly recommended to wear the personal flotation device at all times during nautical outings”, indicates the provincial police force.
