DAWSON CREEK B.C. - Motorists in Dawson Creek will soon notice a new reminder aimed at making local roads safer.
A series of highly visible “Report Impaired Drivers” signs have been installed at locations throughout the city, encouraging residents to call 911 if they suspect a driver is impaired.
The initiative is a partnership between BC Highway Patrol, MADD Canada, the Dawson Creek RCMP, and the City of Dawson Creek.
According to police, impaired driving remains the leading cause of criminal fatalities on British Columbia highways.
Officers say those deaths are preventable and hope the new signs will encourage the public to report dangerous drivers before tragedy occurs.
“The unfortunate truth is that these fatalities are entirely preventable,” said Constable James Burton of BC Highway Patrol. He says the campaign is designed to improve public awareness while helping police respond quickly to potentially dangerous situations on local roads.
BC Highway Patrol members in Dawson Creek and Fort St. John say they work closely with community partners to combat impaired driving through enforcement and education efforts.
Anyone who witnesses suspected impaired driving is encouraged to call 911.
Police ask callers to provide as much information as possible, including the vehicle description, licence plate number, direction of travel, driver description, and details about the driving behaviour being observed.
Residents with questions about the initiative can contact the Dawson Creek BC Highway Patrol office.