"Slippery road conditions have led to around 220 collisions and 120 incidents of drivers requiring tow trucks or other assistance in the last day, said Sgt. Kerry Schmidt on Monday. These collisions are absolutely preventable. Drivers for the most part are going too fast, not paying attention, said Schmidt. A very rude awakening for many people who weren't prepared for winter weather."
"Schmidt recommends the following guidelines for drivers taking to the slushy streets this week: Clear any snow and ice off vehicles before driving. Anticipate changing driving conditions. Go slow. Leave extra space between other cars to slow down, stop or change lanes. Use your mirrors and full headlight systems. Keep your hands on the wheel and eyes on the road at all times. It's just a cautionary tale for everyone to slow down, take it easy, he said."
Slippery road conditions produced about 220 collisions and 120 incidents requiring tow trucks or assistance over 24 hours. Sgt. Kerry Schmidt attributed most collisions to excessive speed and inattention, calling them preventable and a rude awakening for drivers unprepared for winter. Highways have largely been cleared, but sidewalks and inner-city roads remain slushy and hazardous. Drivers are urged to clear snow and ice from vehicles, anticipate changing conditions, slow down, leave extra space, use mirrors and headlights, and keep hands on the wheel and eyes on the road. Toronto received up to 10 centimetres of snow, a same-day record since 1937, while early snowfall does not predict the season ahead.
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