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RCMP warning drivers against ignoring school bus lights

The RCMP have come out and warned drivers about the dangers of ignoring school bus lights.

The same day that The Interior News published a letter to the editor regarding people's unsafe driving habits around school buses, the RCMP issued a warning to the public on the same subject.

Smithers RCMP say they have received numerous complaints from local schools, bus drivers and concerned parents that driver's have been ignoring the school bus' flashing lights and stop sign.

Police caution that the safety of children are at risk and that ignoring the lights and signs could result in serious injuries.

Police, as a result, will be increasing enforcement both in school zones and on bus routes.