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Kelvin Parsons, MHA for the District of Burgeo-Lapoile, is reiterating his
call to the Minister of Transportation and Works to commence a brush cutting
operation on the Burgeo Highway to improve the safety of motorists using
this road. Route 480, also known as the Burgeo Highway, requires
significant brush cutting operations to push tree growth away from the sides
of the highway. As recently as this weekend, a significant car accident took
place that was a direct result of overgrowth of alders and trees along the
highway.
"I have written the Minister of Transportation and Works regarding the
deplorable conditions of brush growth along the Burgeo Highway," said Mr.
Parsons. "While the minister has committed to look at the problem, what the
people using this highway really need is a clear and immediate commitment
that a brush cutting program will take place as soon as possible.
"This past weekend a serious accident took place along the highway.
Overgrowth of brush along the highway was singled out as a contributing
factor to this incident and immediate action is needed to prevent any
further accidents. The current dangers faced by motorists are unacceptable
and must be addressed by government before someone is seriously injured or
killed.
"I call upon Minister Hickey to initiate a brush cutting program along
Route 480 immediately. The people using this highway must be protected and
their safety must be a priority. Any further delay is only inviting a
tragedy to occur."
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