British Columbia

Pattullo Bridge reopens in both directions following collision

The bridge was closed for several hours during the evening commute on Thursday.

The bridge was closed for several hours during the evening commute on Thursday

The Pattullo Bridge, which connects Surrey and New Westminster was closed in both directions Thursday following a collision. (CBC)

The Pattullo Bridge has been fully reopened in both directions following a collision Thursday afternoon. 

DriveBC originally estimated the bridge would reopen at 5:45 p.m. PT.

The northbound lane didn't open until approximately 7 p.m. and the southbound lane was closed until just before 8 p.m. for cleanup.