Van Fire Halts Southbound Traffic on Highway 97 South of Vernon
October 11 2026 - Southbound traffic on Highway 97 was brought to a halt south of Vernon on Sunday evening after a van caught fire, prompting RCMP to close the road and divert drivers.
The incident occurred just before 8 p.m. on October 11 between Birnie Road and the south end of Kal Lakeview Road.
RCMP stopped southbound traffic as crews from BX/Swan Lake Fire Department responded to the scene. Firefighters arrived and quickly extinguished the blaze.
Traffic was diverted around the incident along Kal Lakeview Road.
Drivers who had already passed the detour point were left sitting in a backup that stretched for kilometres.
The highway remained closed while crews removed the burnt-out vehicle and inspected the roadway for any related damage or hazards.
No official cause for the fire has been released, and authorities have provided no information regarding any possible injuries.
Van Fire Halts Southbound Traffic on Highway 97 South of Vernon
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