Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have asked drivers to use common sense when driving near the Gordie Howe International Bridge (GHIB).
Police say that since the bridge opened to traffic in July, officers have counted 64 drivers going the wrong way, away from the span, because they weren't paying attention to the signs leading to the bridge.
The OPP say backing up the wrong way could lead to a crash.
"Firstly, if not wanting to use the bridge, please exit at Ojibway Parkway, or exit 1," read a social media post from the OPP. "If you miss the exit, do not panic and do a u-turn or reverse down the highway."
Fines for driving the wrong way or backing up onto a highway begin at $110.
The OPP adds that if you make a mistake and drive toward the bridge, continue driving to the toll booths. There, explain your situation to a Bridging North America employee, who will then guide you toward an exit gate, so you will not have to deal with CBSA agents.
Police also report speeding near the bridge as a problem.
"The speed limit drops to 80 kilometres per hour at Exit 5 westbound, or Huron Church Road, and then drops again to 50 kilometres per hour at Exit 1, before making the sweeping right turn to go onto the bridge," read the OPP's post.
The bridge authority has also suggested that you "Know Howe Before You Go Howe", with information on connections, tolls, and more on its official website.
