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Construction zone concerns

RCMP are continuing to warn people about speeding in the construction zone along Highway 27.

RCMP are continuing to warn people about speeding in the construction zone along Highway 27.

The injury of a flag person in the construction zone east of Vanderhoof on Highway 16 which sent the victim to hospital with multiple fractures recently has increased concern among crews.

Staff Sergeant Paul Thalhofer of the Fort St. James RCMP said he has been patrolling and issued tickets. However, if concerns continue among workers, the crew may choose to go to a pilot car system, forcing drivers to go through the area even more slowly.

The fines for speeding in a construction zone are $196 for less than 21 km/hr over the limit and $253 for 21-40 km/hr over the limit and from there it can go to excessive speed which are even higher.

Thalhofer even issued a ticket recently for someone using an electronic device while driving, which is a $167 fine.