School zones back in effect today
NANAIMO — It’s back to school for students in the central-island and local police are stressing safety.
School zones are back in effect and RCMP Constable Gary O’Brien says drivers need to aware, especially with excited kids who may not be paying attention.
“All motorists should know that school zones are enforced from 8am to 5pm when school is in effect. There’s a difference between school zones and playground zones. Playground zones are from dawn to dusk, and that’s seven days a week,” said O’Brien.
Familes should plan in advance for getting students home from school, and that includes who’s picking them up.