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Police Busy With Impaired Drivers
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Several people will be without their license and vehicles for a while after North Okanagan RCMP removed numerous impaired drivers from the road over the weekend.
Between noon on Friday, November 26th and 4 a.m., on Monday, November 29th, 2021, frontline officers from the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP issued 11 alcohol related driving prohibitions to motorists under the Motor Vehicle Act. 8 drivers were served 90-day alcohol related driving prohibitions and 30-day vehicle impounds while 3 were issued lesser alcohol related prohibitions. "Impaired driving continues to be a concern on our roads," states Constable Chris Terleski, Media Relations Officer for the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP. "The consequences of impaired driving can be deadly. Whether by alcohol or drug, if you choose to drive while impaired, you are not only putting yourself at risk, but others as well."
If you suspect someone of impaired driving, and believe they are an immediate threat to public safety, pullover and call 911. Make note of the following information, as it will assist police in their response: • license plate number • make and model of the vehicle • description of the driver • location of the vehicle and direction of travel
The Vernon North Okanagan RCMP want to acknowledge and thank the public for their contribution to road safety and ongoing support by continuing to report impaired drivers to police.
Children in Interior Health five to 11 years old will be able to get their COVID-19 vaccine starting this week.
“We’re launching the next phase of our immunization campaign by now offering the pediatric COVID-19 vaccine to children,” said Dr. Sue Pollock, Interior Health interim chief medical health officer. “This vaccine is safe and effective at preventing COVID-19 in children, which means less disruption to school and the activities children and their families enjoy.”
Parents and guardians must register their children at www.getvaccinated.gov.bc.ca or call 1-833-838-2323.
When a nearby clinic is available, parents and guardians will receive a text or email when it is time to book an appointment.
“Immunizing children brings additional protection to everyone in your family,” said pediatrician Dr. Shannon Wires. “The pediatric COVID-19 vaccine has gone through a rigorous review and approval process. It provides excellent protection and I recommend parents get their children vaccinated as soon as possible.”
Children are eligible for registration on or after their fifth birthday.
For more information on registering and booking appointments with your children visit: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/health-andwellness/disease-outbreaks/covid-19/ vaccines-for-children-5-11 For a list of all Interior Health COVID-19 immunization clinics and other resources visit: https://www.interiorhealth.ca/health-and-wellness/disease-outbreaks/covid-19 Partner with us
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