A multi-vehicle collision was blocking all lanes of traffic on Highway 2 and Range Road 55 on Thursday morning, said RCMP.
A detour was in place as of 8 a.m., and motorists were asked to take alternative routes.
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RCMP said their investigation showed that thick fog and poor visibility was a factor in the collision.
Two men were taken to hospital in serious condition, RCMP said.