On October 11, highway 97 closed both ways near Melville Road due to a vehicle fire from mechanical issues.

On October 11, a vehicle fire caused the closure of Highway 97 in both directions, about 45 kilometers south of Quesnel, near Melville Road. The incident, reported around 6:30 a.m., stemmed from mechanical issues. The driver of the semi truck was unharmed, but the vehicle was destroyed. DriveBC has implemented single lane alternating traffic to manage the situation, leading to significant delays for commuters. Further updates are anticipated later.

October 11, 2024
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