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06-10-2015, 08:55 AM
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Who's this asshole? :rofl:
http://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/officials-ask-for-respect-safety-around-rivers
Provincial and municipal officials are asking river enthusiasts to keep motorized vehicles far away from the water.
After the Calgary Herald took a photo Monday of a man driving his Jeep through the Bow River near the Graves Bridge on Glenmore Trail, government officials were outraged that anyone would think it’s OK to run a vehicle through the river intentionally.
According to Alberta Environment and Parks, the offence can be punishable through a range of fines under the Public Lands Act, anywhere from $250 to $25,000 if someone is intentionally driving through sensitive aquatic habitat, particularly if fish are spawning.
Earlier this month, a judge in Rocky Mountain House handed out fines of $1,500 each to two men who drove their ATVs through the Clearwater River, the highest fines ever handed out for that type of offence.
But officials added that if fish have laid eggs in the area, particularly in the spring when certain sport fish are spawning, the fine could have been much stiffer.
“The public needs to understand that what they’re driving their vehicle through isn’t just water and dirt. They’re driving through an environment where organisms are living,” said Craig Knaus, compliance manager with Alberta Environment and Parks.
Sgt. Kevin Knight of the Calgary Police said that in his “25 years of service, I have never before seen someone driving their vehicle on purpose in the river.”
Knight explained not only is the activity illegal, it’s a huge safety risk.
“It’s a pretty big no-no.”
“We don’t want people bringing their vehicles anywhere close to the river. Since the flood, the shores are still very unstable and they can give way at anytime.”
Carol Henke, spokeswoman for the Calgary Fire Department, agreed.
“We have pulled cars out of the river that have ended up there by accident, but this is the first time I’ve seen anyone do something like this on purpose,” Henke said.
“Anyone that drives through the river is really putting themselves at risk.”
Henke explained that the riverbed surface can change at anytime, and suddenly your vehicle is immersed, and all of the oil, gasoline and other pollutants that come with it.
Earlier this month, the city fire department issued a public service announcement reminding all Calgarians about river safety.
Most importantly, she said, when floating on the river, get a strong, sturdy, floatable craft, preferably from a reputable rental agency.
Always wear a personal flotation device, plan your trip, never tie rafts together and never bring liquor onto the water.
Who's this asshole? :rofl:
http://calgaryherald.com/news/local-news/officials-ask-for-respect-safety-around-rivers
Provincial and municipal officials are asking river enthusiasts to keep motorized vehicles far away from the water.
After the Calgary Herald took a photo Monday of a man driving his Jeep through the Bow River near the Graves Bridge on Glenmore Trail, government officials were outraged that anyone would think it’s OK to run a vehicle through the river intentionally.
According to Alberta Environment and Parks, the offence can be punishable through a range of fines under the Public Lands Act, anywhere from $250 to $25,000 if someone is intentionally driving through sensitive aquatic habitat, particularly if fish are spawning.
Earlier this month, a judge in Rocky Mountain House handed out fines of $1,500 each to two men who drove their ATVs through the Clearwater River, the highest fines ever handed out for that type of offence.
But officials added that if fish have laid eggs in the area, particularly in the spring when certain sport fish are spawning, the fine could have been much stiffer.
“The public needs to understand that what they’re driving their vehicle through isn’t just water and dirt. They’re driving through an environment where organisms are living,” said Craig Knaus, compliance manager with Alberta Environment and Parks.
Sgt. Kevin Knight of the Calgary Police said that in his “25 years of service, I have never before seen someone driving their vehicle on purpose in the river.”
Knight explained not only is the activity illegal, it’s a huge safety risk.
“It’s a pretty big no-no.”
“We don’t want people bringing their vehicles anywhere close to the river. Since the flood, the shores are still very unstable and they can give way at anytime.”
Carol Henke, spokeswoman for the Calgary Fire Department, agreed.
“We have pulled cars out of the river that have ended up there by accident, but this is the first time I’ve seen anyone do something like this on purpose,” Henke said.
“Anyone that drives through the river is really putting themselves at risk.”
Henke explained that the riverbed surface can change at anytime, and suddenly your vehicle is immersed, and all of the oil, gasoline and other pollutants that come with it.
Earlier this month, the city fire department issued a public service announcement reminding all Calgarians about river safety.
Most importantly, she said, when floating on the river, get a strong, sturdy, floatable craft, preferably from a reputable rental agency.
Always wear a personal flotation device, plan your trip, never tie rafts together and never bring liquor onto the water.