Vehicle incident slows traffic on Hart Highway north of Prince George

Nov 6, 2026 | 8:59 AM

UPDATE (10:10am) – Prince George RCMP have provided an update into the MVI that has slowed traffic on Highway 97 north of Bear Lake.

Prince George RCMP are investigating a motor vehicle incident that occurred on Highway 97 north of Bear Lake on November 2, 2026.

Emergency responders attended the scene following reports of a collision involving a pickup truck and two tractor trailers. The driver of the pickup truck was transported to hospital with injuries that are not believed to be life-threatening. The investigation remains in the early stages and the cause of the collision is still being determined.

Highway 97 north of Bear Lake is currently open to alternating single-lane traffic. Motorists are encouraged to check DriveBC for the latest road conditions, traffic advisories, and road closure information before travelling through the area.

Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the collision, or who was travelling on Highway 97 north of Bear Lake and may have dash camera footage of the incident or the moments leading up to it, to contact the Prince George RCMP.