OPP North East Region forest fire travel safety reminder

With summer here the Ontario Provincial Police have some vital intel to provide regarding travel and forest fires. Forest fires and changing weather conditions can make travel dangerous in Northern Ontario. Smoke can quickly reduce visibility and shifting winds may impact driving conditions with little warning. Should you need to travel through areas near active forest fires, consider postponing or choose an alternate route. If you must drive in affected areas:• Slow down and be prepared f