Fort St. John RCMP reminds residents to drive to road conditions after responding to six-vehicle incidents on Tuesday

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — The Fort St. John RCMP are reminding residents to drive to road conditions after responding to multiple vehicle incidents on Tuesday when snow hit the region.

Officers responded to six motor vehicle incidents, including a two-vehicle collision near Save-On-Foods Tuesday afternoon. None of the incidents resulted in serious injuries, according to police.

RCMP wants to remind drivers to drive according to road conditions and ensure they have proper winter-rated tires on their vehicles.

According to ICBC, many B.C. highways require winter tires labelled with either the mountain or snowflake symbols or the mud and snow symbol.

The insurance corporation also recommends topping up wiper fluid for visibility and packing an emergency kit.

An emergency kit should have essentials such as a blanket, warm clothing, food, water and a first aid kit.

“It’s important to adjust your driving speed to the road conditions, recognizing that posted speed limits are for ideal conditions,” ICBC said in a release.

The insurance corporation says drivers must keep their eyes on the road by avoiding distractions like cell phones.

“During longer trips, use highway rest stops to stretch, take a break and check your messages. Pull over at the nearest rest area as soon as you start to feel drowsy.”

If holiday celebrations include alcohol or drugs, ICBC asks residents to plan for a safe ride home.

Check road conditions on DriveBC’s website before hitting the highway.