Two separate vehicles became stuck on local snowmobile trails in Oro-Medonte over the past week, Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) say.
On Jan. 30, at around 3:45 p.m., Orillia OPP received a call from a stranded driver who entered an Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Club (OFSC) trail in Oro-Medonte.
The vehicle became stuck on the trail and several tow trucks had to help remove the vehicle, police said.
On Sunday, in a separate occurrence around 3:30 a.m., the OPP were once again called to an OFSC trail in Oro-Medonte due to a vehicle becoming stuck. When another vehicle attempted to rescue it, it also became stuck.
The individuals were then taken to a place of warmth at a local business by police.
In the two separate incidents, both drivers were fighting extreme cold conditions. They were also apparently left with paying the towing bill to remove their vehicles.
Police reminded the public that OFSC snowmobile trails are not meant for passenger vehicles and that drivers should be aware of their location and drive on assumed highways only.
Both incidents resulted in no injuries, but officers warned that it could have turned out differently.
Drivers are recommended to drive with safety kits, which include candles, portable charging batteries for phones, blankets, extra winter clothing and non-perishable food items.
