A sudden snowstorm in the region on Monday, Oct 28, caught many drivers by surprise. The storm which came in very quickly made for slippery white out conditions. This created havoc on many roads and in particular on the hills, Kimberley RCMP reports.

“It’s imperative that drivers prepare for winter and drive according to the conditions. Police strongly recommend proper winter tires. Also, during storms consider staying put,” said Kimberley RCMP Detachment commander Sgt. Chris Newel. “As was the case Monday, the storm passed though in about three hours. Waiting for the storm to clear is often the best option. This also allows maintenance crews time to get the roads cleaned up.”

If you must drive, ensure you travel at a safe speed, allow extra time and lots of space between you and the vehicle ahead of you, Sgt. Newel advises.

“Fortunately, there were no serious collisions or injuries during the storm,” he concluded.

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