Jet skier nabbed for speeding on Nottawasaga River
The warmer weather has people enjoying the lakes and their personal water crafts, but provincial police say boating responsibly is still a must.
Huronia West OPP marine officers were out patrolling the waters on the Nottawasaga River and said they clocked a jet ski zooming along well past the 50 kilometre per hour speed limit.
"The driver learned a very valuable lesson on the importance of safe boating," OPP stated in a social media post issued Wednesday. "Abiding by safe boating rules keeps everyone safe, prevents accidents, and protects our waters."
Police say speed limits need to be followed to avoid creating dangerous wakes. Much like on the roads, travelling on the water at high speeds also reduces reaction time and can harm wildlife, police add.
"Ignoring limits risks fines, collisions, and serious injury," provincial police concluded.
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