Drivers wanting to get to B.C.'s southern interior face difficulties with major routes closed

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The Ministry of Transportation is warning drivers wanting to get into B.C.’s southern interior region that their travel options are limited.

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On Thursday, the government alerted drivers that Highway 3 east of Hope was closed in both directions due to wildfires.

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“Highway 3 is closed between the Hope Slide/Sunshine Valley area and eight kilometres west of Manning Park Lodge, with overhead message signs and portable message boards alerting travellers of the closure,” a government statement read.

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“The closure will remain in place until it is safe to reopen the corridor.”

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Highway 1 near Boston Bar is also closed in both directions, due to the Brunswick Creek wildfire complex.

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“The Coquihalla (Highway 5) remains the only open major route into the southern Interior. However, construction work is happening on that highway, so travellers are reminded to obey all posted speed limits, traffic-control personnel and construction signage. Drivers must exercise patience while travelling through construction zones.

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The government is urging drivers to check DriveBC for the up-to-date closure and reopening information.

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