FIELD, B.C. – Emergency crews are responding to a serious motor vehicle collision on the Trans-Canada Highway near Field, B.C., in Yoho National Park.
The collision occurred Friday afternoon near the Emerald Lake Road turnoff. The circumstances surrounding the incident have not yet been confirmed, and the investigation remains in its early stages.
A fatality is suspected, although authorities have not officially confirmed the extent of the injuries or released information about those involved.
The Trans-Canada Highway is currently closed in both directions at Emerald Lake Road. According to DriveBC, no local detour is available, and travellers should expect significant delays. Motorists travelling between British Columbia and Alberta may use Highway 93 through Kootenay National Park as an alternate route.
Drivers are asked to avoid the area, follow the directions of emergency personnel and check DriveBC for the latest highway information.
Additional information will be released as it comes available.
