Trans-Canada Highway closed both ways east of Sicamous after serious crash

UPDATE: The Trans-Canada is open. One deceased victim was removed from the crash scene approximately 2 PM.

Unconfirmed report are two passenger vehicles and one semi were involved in the crash.

The investigation appears to be wrapping up

UPDATE: Highway 1 remains closed in both directions near Arnold Frontage Road, about 4 km east of Sicamous, as of 8 a.m. DriveBC says crews are still assessing the scene. The crash is unconfirmed as involving a semi and a car. Police have not released further details.

UPDATE: Highway 1 (Trans-Canada) remains closed in both directions at Arnold Frontage Road after a vehicle incident this morning.

DriveBC reports the highway is shut from Arnold Frtg Rd to Arnold Frtg Rd. Motorists should watch for traffic control. There is no estimated reopening time in the latest advisory.

Traffic Sign at 3 Valley Gap

Original Story:

September 1 2026 7:30 AM, SICAMOUS, B.C. - The Trans-Canada Highway (Highway 1) is closed in both directions again just east of Sicamous following reports of a serious crash Tuesday morning.

Emergency crews were responding in the Solsqua area, where live traffic mapping showed significant slowdowns and stoppages along the corridor between Sicamous and points farther east toward Revelstoke.

No official details on injuries, the number of vehicles involved, or the exact cause were immediately available.

DriveBC and local authorities had not posted a confirmed estimated reopening time at time of writing.

Motorists heading east from Sicamous or west from Revelstoke may face major delays.

Trans-Canada Highway closed both ways east of Sicamous after serious crash