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Trailer bursts into flames on Coquihalla

The fire was extinguished about 12:30 p.m. Monday

  • Jul. 26, 2021 12:00 a.m.

Drivers travelling on the Coquihalla Highway, Monday morning, witnessed a trailer burst into flames near Ladner Creek.

The trailer which appeared not to be attached to a truck caught fire about 11 a.m.

Several vehicles and people were at the side of the road working to extinguish the flames.

A witness reported the fire to be out by 12:30 p.m.

One lane southbound was closed while emergency crews were on scene.

READ MORE: July Mountain wildfire 1 kilometre away from Coq Highway

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