Drivers reminded to slow down on the roads this long weekend

PRINCE GEORGE — ICBC is asking drivers to slow down when travelling on the roads this May long weekend.

Roads and highways will be busy over this long weekend, and ICBC wants people to take extra caution so that they do not become a statistic. On average, two people are killed and 480 people are injured in crashes in B.C. over the Victoria Day long weekend. In Northern B.C., on average, 15 people are injured in 110 crashes every year over the Victoria Day long weekend.

ICBC has also released some tips for motorists:

• Give yourself extra time and expect roads to be busy
• If heading out on a road trip, plan your route and check DriveBC for the latest conditions
• Be courteous to other drivers on the road
• Avoid distractions that take your mind and eyes off the road
• Watch for wildlife