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Landslide closes Highway 97 near Summerland, major delays expected

Another landslide north of Summerland has closed Highway 97. Courtesy: Shelley Marie

Highway 97 is fully closed in both directions between Peachland, B.C., and Summerland due another landslide on the busy stretch of road.

Drive BC said the rockslide is located between Bridgeman Road and North Beach Road and crews are en route for assessment. Another update is expected at 8 a.m. Tuesday.

Major delays should be expected.

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Detours are in place via 97C, 5A, 3, and 33.

It’s the third landslide of the year in the South Okanagan, though the earlier ones were further south.

Click to play video: 'More blasting along Highway 97 near Summerland'
More blasting along Highway 97 near Summerland

 

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