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RCMP urge caution on the roads, ask drivers to stay off the roads if possible

Last Updated Nov 3, 2016 at 5:30 pm MDT

Wood Buffalo RCMP are asking drivers to please use caution while driving today, and avoid driving if possible.

The freezing rain across the region has resulted in multiple collisions throughout Fort McMurray.

RCMP are advising you to adjust your speed accordingly, and be cautious when approaching intersections and crosswalks.

When passing emergency vehicles and tow trucks, you are reminded the speed limited is 60 km/hr, or the posted speed limit if it is lower than that.

Fines double when passing emergency services vehicles.

Callers to the MyMcMurray newsroom have reported conditions akin to skating rinks on roads from Thickwood Boulevard north to Syncrude base plant and are urging other drivers to be cautious and to stay off the roads if they can.