CTV News reports that the new multi-modal roadway at Queen’s Quay is turning out to be rather dangerous. There have five accidents and uncountable infractions in the few days following the opening. CTV quotes PC Clint Stibbe of Toronto Traffic as saying that unclear signage and careless driving are making the new thoroughfare one of the most dangerous traffic routes in the city. “Essentially, it is becoming very dangerous for an individual to use the area because they’re not following the rules,” said Stibbe. The most common infractions are illegal left turns and cars crossing streetcar tracks where transit has the right of way, police said. Part of the problem, Stibbe said, is that the rules aren’t very clear. (That would do it) “It’s sort of like anarchy on a small scale,” said nearby resident Harry Pasternak who has taken several photos of cars performing dangerous and illegal maneuvers. Waterfront Toronto, the company who unveiled the redesigned Queens Quay, says it is concerned and is looking into making changes to the signs and land markings to make the area safer for all those passing through. Police are asking drivers to be particularly careful when driving through the Queens Quay area.
