Town, Lambton county investigating future Petrolia library expansion
Collision at Forest and London Line
October 19, 2022
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There has been another crash at the corner of Forest and London Lines. Three vehicles were involved in the accident Tuesday afternoon. Four ambulances were called to the scene taking people to hospitals in both Sarnia and Petrolia. One of the ambulances taking victims from the scene was also involved in an accident at the corner of Oil Heritage Road and London Line en route to hospital. Lambton OPP are investigating the crash and have yet to release any information. The intersection has been the site of dozens of serious accidents and three deaths in the last 10 years. In 2021, Lambton County council approved flashing stop signs there hoping to improve visibility .
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