An early morning crash shut down a section of the Coquihalla Highway near Merritt, causing delays for commuters on Saturday.
According to BC Emergency Services (BCEHS), multiple vehicles were involved in the collision, prompting a swift response from emergency crews. The incident occurred around 8:35 a.m., leading to the closure of the highway between exits 290 and 315.
Emergency personnel from Kamloops, Logan Lake, and even an air ambulance from Vancouver rushed to the scene. BCEHS dispatched two air ambulances, with paramedics offering medical assistance to four individuals.
Sadly, three individuals were in critical condition and required immediate hospitalization. Two were airlifted by air ambulances, while the third was taken by ground transportation in stable condition.
As authorities investigate the cause of the accident, details surrounding the incident remain scarce.
