Argo Roads Thompson

To report an emergency road condition (flood, mudslide, landslide, dead animal, or debris), 📞 please call 1-800-661-2025. Your call will be passed on directly to the shift supervisor. For all other road maintenance reports, visit our website: bit.ly/3Eyk1oL.

Our top three tips for navigating a #ConeZoneBC safely: ☑️ SLOW DOWN. ☑️ Move over. ☑️ RESPECT roadside signs + personnel. Bonus Tip: Check @[DriveBC](41618221) before you go + adjust your route to avoid planned activities.

🦌#WildlifeMattersBC 🦌in #BritishColumbia. Watch for WILDLIFE corridor signage, as the signs are usually easier to see than the actual animal. Traveling at the posted road speed is how to most safely coexist with #BCWildlife, according to the statistics, and #BCHwyPatrol🚔

#MotorcycleSafety Tips: 🏍️ Motorcycles ☑️ Remember, all the gear, all the time ☑️ Use your signals. ☑️ Watch drivers for clues. ☑️ Drive at a safe speed. 🚘 Drivers ☑️ Don't tailgate. ☑️ Be careful taking left turns ☑️ Be aware of your blind spots 📷 @TranBC

On the road this long weekend? Remember to: 🤔 Check your speed. Increased speed = Increased chance of an accident. 🚘 Keep a safe distance between vehicles. 🛣️ Keep right: tranbc.ca/2015/06/15/kee… 🚑 Slow down move + over for vehicles with flashing lights. 📷 Coquihalla

MYTH: “I can check my phone at a red light.” FACT: The law applies even when you’re stopped at a red light or in bumper-to-bumper traffic. If you’re in control of the vehicle, it can wait. #ItCanWaitBC

WHEN DRIVING IN THE FOG, REMEMBER TO 💡Turn on your tail lights so others can see you. 👀Watch for brake lights ahead + be prepared to stop quickly. 🛑 Not use your high beams. This will reflect the light back at you. #SeeAndBeSeen

How to safely share the road with slow-moving road maintenance vehicles: 1. Adjust speed. Slow to 70km/h or less (if the posted speed is 80km/h or more). 2. Move over. Give our crews plenty of room to work. #ConeZoneBC #MaintenanceMonday

🛣️ Be sure to check DriveBC.ca before you drive, BC.

In spring, summer, & fall, you're almost guaranteed to find yourself in a #ConeZoneBC. Here's how to navigate one safely: ☑️ SLOW DOWN. ☑️ Move over. ☑️ RESPECT roadside signs + personnel. Bonus tip: Check @DriveBC before you go. 📷 @TranBC (tranbc.ca/2016/05/19/roa… )

Rain mixed with snow + cool temperatures can cause slippery road conditions, which means significantly longer stopping times. #Kamloops Slow down + increase following distance to at least 4-seconds. 📷 tranbc.ca/2013/11/27/win… via @TranBC

This time of year, conditions can still change quickly. If you'll be on the road, remember to: 💻 Check @DriveBC for road + weather conditions before you go. 🚘 Make sure you + your car are equipped for winter conditions: roadsafetyatwork.ca/winter-driving… 👌 Give yourself extra time.

Heavy rain can cause a vehicle to hydroplane. Here’s a tip! To regain traction, ease off the gas and avoid sudden braking. More tips: #avoid-hydroplaning" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">roadsafetyatwork.ca/resource/tool-… #BeWinterReady

It's a snowy morning in the North Thompson. If you'll be on the 🛣️road, plan extra time for your trip, remember to leave 🚗extra space🚗 between vehicles, adjust speed to ❄️conditions. 📷DriveBC Webcams: drivebc.ca/cameras

❄️Overnight flurries and other winter weather has occurred again throughout #BritishColumbia - remember, clear that snow off of your vehicle before beginning your journey. #KnowBeforeYouGoBC Check DriveBC.ca for your current road conditions, travel advisories, forecast weather and hundreds of webcam views. ℹ️drivebc.ca/?pan=-130.2550… Drive to the road conditions, and keep your distance.

The Coquihalla + Yellowhead highways have the same highway number (#BCHwy5) with different names to represent their geographical regions. North of #Kamloops is known as BCHwy5 Yellowhead, while Kamloops south to Hope is BCHwy5 Coquihalla. 📷 Our boundary heading towards Merritt.

To report an emergency road condition (flood, mudslide, landslide, dead animal, or debris), 📞 please call 1-800-661-2025. Your call will be passed on directly to the shift supervisor. For all other road maintenance reports, visit our website: bit.ly/3Eyk1oL.

💦🌧️ Rain mixed with 🌨️❄️snow + ☃️cool temperatures can cause slippery road conditions, which means significantly longer stopping times. Slow down + increase following distance to at least 4-seconds.

When it comes to visibility, rain can be just as dangerous as snow. Here are 2 tips via @RoadSafeAtWork: 💡Use headlights to improve visibility, even in light rain or overcast conditions. 🚛Stay well back from large trucks + buses. Their tires can spray into your line of vision

Driving in fog? Slow down, watch for brake lights, & leave extra space between vehicles. More: tranbc.ca/2013/11/27/win…

☑️ A DriveBC.ca reminder: