Opinion: Increased Patrols on Snowmobile Trails Essential for Safety During Surge in Accidents
Ontario, Canada – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has intensified patrols on snowmobile trails in response to a recent spike in snowmobile accidents. The OPP reported that over the last decade, 158 snowmobilers have tragically lost their lives in Ontario. Of these fatalities, 36 percent occurred on frozen lakes and rivers, while 41 percent were associated with impaired driving. Emphasizing the importance of safe and responsible snowmobiling, OPP deputy commissioner Rohan Thompson urged riders to …