On 2019-07-29 @ 1430 hours Battlefords RCMP responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 16 west of Delmas, SK.
At the time of this motor vehicle collision a highway work zone was set up as Sask Ministry of Highways was working in that area of Highway 16 with equipment and signage indicating work was in progress. An east bound vehicle struck the highway signage trailer attached to a ministry truck causing significant damage.
Battlefords Fire Dept along with EMS attended the scene of the collision.
The driver of the vehicle towing the signage trailer was treated at the scene for minor injuries.
A 26 year old female driver and lone occupant of the east bound vehicle involved in the collision was transported to Battlefords Union Hospital for non life threatening injuries and released after treatment. Charges are pending the completion of the police investigation.
RCMP are reminding motorists when they approach signage indicating a highway work zone to slow down and pay attention to the signage.
The maximum speed limit in a work zone is 60 km/h. Drivers operating above the posted speed limit will be subject to fines under the Traffic Safety Act.
Base fines start at $240 plus $6 for every km/h in excess of the speed limit and this then doubles with speeds greater than 30 km/h over the speed limit.
As an example if you maintain a highway speed of 100 km/h in a work zone the fine would be $530.00. Please drive with care as safety is everyone's responsibility.
