Foggy conditions have once again disrupted school transportation in Essex County, leading to the cancellation of all school board-provided bus services on Tuesday morning.
Transportation Services Issue Early Morning Alert
Windsor-Essex Student Transportation Services posted the cancellation alert early Tuesday morning, citing safety concerns due to reduced visibility. The decision affects all school board transportation within Essex County, while services in Windsor continue to operate normally.
Environment Canada Issues Fog Warning
Environment Canada issued a weather alert around 6:30 a.m., indicating moderate impact levels from morning fog with near-zero visibility expected in some areas. Officials warned that visibility would likely be suddenly reduced at times, though conditions were expected to improve later in the morning.
Afternoon Service Resumption Expected
Transportation officials confirmed that buses will be operational in the afternoon once the fog clears. The temporary cancellation only affects morning routes, with normal service anticipated for the remainder of the school day.
Safety Recommendations for Drivers
Environment Canada and transportation officials issued several safety recommendations for drivers navigating the foggy conditions:
- Ensure headlights are turned on
- Reduce speed significantly
- Maintain a safe following distance
- Exercise extra caution in areas with sudden visibility changes
This marks another instance where weather conditions have disrupted school transportation in the region, following similar cancellations during previous weather events. The decision prioritizes student safety during hazardous driving conditions.
