Slocan River Clean-up The RCMP after consultation with Transport Canada are issuing a Vessel Operating Restriction for the Slocan River from Lemon Creek to Kootenay River. The restriction will be in lifted once the clean-up of the jet fuel spill has been completed. The purpose of the restriction is two fold #1. to protect the workers who are actively engaged in cleaning the river, #2- to protect members of the general public who may become entangled in the booms being used to trap the fuel. Section 15 of the Vessel Operations Restriction Regulations is the authority for issuing such a notice- a copy is attached for your information. This would include Kayaks and canoes. The public is asked to adhere to the regulation so that everyone is safe. Copy of regulation: VESSEL OPERATION RESTRICTION REGULATIONS 15. (1) A person who operates a vessel shall do so in a safe manner and (a) shall take into account any circumstances that could pose a danger to the vessel or to other vessels; and (b) shall avoid endangering the safety of persons involved in any activity in any waters. (2) In order to ensure the safety of persons during a sporting, recreational or public event or activity for which a permit has been issued, a person who operates a vessel shall do so in a manner that does not interfere with the event or activity. Sgt. Darryl Little Ops Support NCO Kootenay Boundary Reg. Det. Phone 250-352-2156 Direct 250-354-5114 Fax 250-354-5121 Cel. 250-505-4580
Posted on: Fri, 02 Aug 2013 21:10:12 +0000
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