Road closures due to weather

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*Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has just closed a section of Bluewater Veteran’s Highway (Highway 21) between Blyth Road (County #25) and Amberley Road (County #86). The roadway is closed due to widespread whiteout conditions causing limited to nil visibility.

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Motorists are reminded to respect the road closure signs that are in place, they are there for your safety. Driving on a closed roadway is an offence under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) that carries a $110 fine and three demerit points upon conviction.

All motorists are encouraged to check weather and road conditions by calling 511 or by checking online at www. 511on.ca for current road conditions for provincially maintained highways. This bilingual service is available 24 hours a day and provides updates on highway closures and road conditions.