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Highway 3’s Kootenay Pass closed for high avalanche hazard

Highway 3's Kootenay Pass is closed because of a high avalanche hazard. Courtesy: Google Maps

DriveBC is warning motorists that Kootenay Pass on Highway 3 is expected to be closed until 6 p.m. on Wednesday.

The closure is because of a high avalanche hazard in the 18 kilometres between West Avalanche Gate and East Avalanche Gate.

Drivers can take a detour from Nelson to Creston, taking the Highway 3A ferry.

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