The OPP is reporting that motorcycle-related deaths on patrolled roadways are up 300 per cent compared to this time last year.
Officers say in May there have been four deaths. Two of the four were described as driving properly at the time. Those incidents give reminder to the fact that even with safe operation, motorcyclists are vulnerable on the road when sharing with other vehicles and that motor-vehicles play an important role in motorcycle safety.
The other two deaths were the result of high speeds, according to officials. Excessive speeds are one of the top causes of fatalities on OPP patrolled roadways the last 10 years.
In the North Bay OPP area, Constable Shona Camirand says there have been no fatalities over the past five years.
The OPP is asking motorcyclists to watch their speed, remain sober, and to make themselves as visible as possible to other drivers. Drivers are reminded to keep a watchful eye for motorcycles and do frequent blind spot checks.
