Multiple collisions near Merritt has brought Hwy 5 heading northbound to a stand still Monday afternoon.
According to Drive BC, motorists travelling on the Coquihalla are to expect delays for over an hour.
#BCHwy5 expect delays of 60-90 minutes north of #Merritt due to several vehicle incidents
— Drive BC (@DriveBC) June 24, 2019
Drive BC confirms the highway is open but there is still major congestion. The highway had closed just after 12 p.m. following a hailstorm and multiple crashes near the Lac Le Jeune exit.
CLEAR – #BCHwy5 near #BCHwy97D, Meadow Creek Road. The road is now OPEN. Expect major delays due to congestion. #Merritt #LoganLake
— Drive BC (@DriveBC) June 24, 2019
Several emergency crews are on scene.
