As school comes back into session, the Central Okanagan School District (SD 23) is reminding drivers to slow down for the kids.

Starting on Tuesday, Sept. 7, speed limits in school zones will be back in effect, from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. on school days. SD 23 said the 30-kilometre per hour zones will enforced by RCMP officers.

Drivers caught speeding in these zones can face a fine, starting at $196.

鈥淲ith children excited to get to school and not always focused on their surroundings, we ask our community to take extra care around schools, crosswalks, and school buses,鈥� SD 23 traffic safety officer Dan Glasscock said.

鈥淲hen buses鈥� red lights are flashing, vehicles in both lanes must stop and wait for students to board or disembark.鈥�

The school district is also reminding drivers not to drive distracted and to put devices away.

鈥淎lways exercise patience, respect, and courtesy to keep everyone safe.鈥�

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