The speed limit zones on Highway 101 East heading into South Porcupine have changed.
The speed limit now drops to 70 km/h before the Bruce Avenue exit and further reduces to 50 km/h at Porcupine Creek.
"Appropriate signage indicating the new speed limits is now in place and enforcement will commence immediately," reads the City of Timmins notice.
Timmins council approved the changes at its March 22 meeting.
Speeding on the stretch of road was brought to director of growth and infrastructure Pat Seguin's attention a while back.
The Timmins Police Services Board talked about the problem area in 2020. At that time, members suggested the change that is now being implemented.
Last year, a solar-powered radar sign was installed on an existing pole on Highway 101. It shows drivers how fast they are travelling and, if necessary, to slow down. About 90 per cent of vehicles entering the community near Legion Drive are speeding.
