While you’re out enjoying the once in a lifetime event that is the total solar eclipse, the Lennox and Addington OPP will be out making sure we stay safe while traveling to and from our viewing destinations.
myFM spoke with Constable David Yome, L&A OPP Media Relations Officer, who says they’ll be out patrolling our roads just in case it gets too busy.
They’re encouraging residents and tourists to make road safety their top priority when traveling to take part in an eclipse event.
If you do find yourself on the road during the eclipse, make sure your headlights are on.
The L&A OPP will also be launching their boat Monday into Lake Ontario. Mostly because summer is on the way and it’s time to launch the boat, but as Lake Ontario is in the path of totality, they’ll be keeping an eye on things and making sure anyone who goes out onto the water to watch it also safe.
Our local police are committed to doing their part in keeping the roads safe during the eclipse, and they’re counting on motorists to do their part by driving safely.
Written by Emily Chatwood