Manitoba RCMP report people are still failing to slow down and move over for emergency vehicles.  In September last year the traffic act was amended to state drivers on either side of an undivided highway who pass emergency vehicles and other designated vehicles that are stopped with their beacons flashing must proceed with caution and pass only when safe to do so.  All drivers must slow to 40 kilometers per hour when the posted maximum speed limit is below 80 and to 60 kilometers per hour when the posted maximum speed is over 80.

The RCMP survey found while the majority of vehicles moved over or changed lanes over 90 percent of motorists failed to slow down, an action punishable by a 300 dollar fine and 2 demerits.  They remind you that beyond being a law this amendment is to ensure the safety of emergency vehicles, tow trucks, road side assistance vehicles and vehicles operated by government enforcement officers.