Vehicle incident closes Highway 16 just east of Burns Lake

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A detour is now open on Highway 16 and the highway is expected to fully reopen later this morning.

Earlier: Highway 16 just east of Burns Lake is closed in both directions following a vehicle incident earlier tonight.

It happened at around 5 p.m. between Freeport Road and the Tintagel Rest Area.

According to Drive BC a detour is not available and emergency vehicles are on scene.

No word yet from RCMP on the cause though it has been snowing today. No word either on any possible injuries. Check Drive BC for updates on when the road may reopen.