School is in session again for students in the Foothills which means school zones are back in effect.

School zones are 30 kilometres per hour and in effect on school days from 7:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.

In Okotoks, school zones and playground zones are not harmonized.

Motorists also need to watch out for school buses as they are back out on local roads.

The fine for passing a school bus with alternating flashing amber lights is $465 while the fine for passing a bus with red flashing lights is $543 and six demerit points.

Motorists can also expect an increase in pedestrians and activity at crosswalks.

 

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