British Columbia

Major delays on Coquihalla between Hope and Merritt, B.C., after accident

The northbound lane of Highway 5 is now open, but traffic is still delayed due to a motor vehicle incident in the Coldwater area at Comstock Road.
A view of the delays on the Coquihalla Highway. (@mrs_jblount/Twitter)

Those travelling on the Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Merritt, B.C., are being told to expect delays after a motor vehicle accident Friday afternoon.

Highway 5 is now open after the northbound lane was closed after the accident in the Coldwater area at Comstock Road. Southbound lanes are also delayed due to congestion.

There is no word yet on any injuries.