Emergency Traffic Control

Press Release - From the Fort Frances Emergency Services

This notice is to provide the residents of Fort Frances to be assured that emergency response to the north end of the community will not be significantly impacted by the upcoming construction project at the Portage Avenue underpass.

In a joint meeting with CN Police, Ontario Provincial Police, Ambulance, and Fire Service personnel the Public Works Department has fully outlined the construction criteria related to the project at the Portage Avenue underpass. Contingency plans have been developed to maintain a quick, effective, response to emergency situations. Community resources working in conjunction with the contractor have developed a response plan to mitigate potential delays. This includes the use of electronic switching capability for the traffic control lights, and the use of the Victoria Avenue crossing for emergency vehicle traffic if the underpass is temporarily closed.

We would ask for the public's co-operation in ensuring that they obey any traffic signals or flag persons that are active at the site and to use the McIrvine Avenue crossing as much as possible during the construction period to minimize traffic congestion. If specific information is required related to our response plans please feel free to contact the Fire Department at 274-9841.