Drivers beware: 15 new photo radar spots hit Quebec roads

The province is upping its game to crack down on motorists who speed and run red lights.

There are 15 new photo radar zoneson Quebec roads as of Thursday just as construction season hits its peak.

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Transport Qubec spokesperson Nomba Danielle said some of the radars are in places where police are not always there to enforce the law. Some areplaced at intersections and others will monitor construction zones.

"We need these photo radars because we have to ensure road safety," Danielle said.

Montreal, Laval, Quebec City and the South Shore will each gettwo new machines.

Quebec hopes to have 50 new photo radar machines in service by the fall.

New photo radar zones in Montreal

• Highway 138 East between the Mercier Bridge and Highway 20
• Berri Street at the intersection of Henri-Bourassa Boulevard

Transport Qubec has the full list on its website.