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Crash closes Highway 1 in both directions east of Chilliwack

The scene of the crash on Friday morning east of Chilliwack on Highway 1. Skilled Truckers Canada / Facebook

Highway 1 is closed east of Chilliwack due to an early morning crash.

Drive BC says the highway is closed in both directions between Annis Road and Exit 135 for 6.1 kilometres.

A detour is in place but drivers should expect heavy traffic delays in that area.

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It appears the issue is a flipped semi-truck that has rolled and blocked all lanes of traffic.

The next update will be provided at noon as to when the highway might be open.

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Deadly crash closes Highway 1 near Chilliwack

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