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DriveBC is reminding motorists to use caution on all roads and especially the Coquihalla, after crews recovered a semi truck early on Saturday morning.
The incident took place north of the junction of Highway 3 and Highway 5 at about 1:14 a.m. on Saturday. The southbound direction was later opened to to single lane traffic.
Prior to the incident, the the Weather Network had put out a freezing rain warning near Hope.
Icy commute through the o'night. Freezing rain being reported at the airport in Hope. Warnings continue for the Coquihalla and hwy 3. #BCSTORM @weathernetwork pic.twitter.com/DpJETXXlbr
— Nadine Powell (@nadinehp4) January 13, 2018
Currently, the conditions on the Coquihalla between Hope and Merritt are cloudy with a 70% chance of snow this morning and a 70% chance of rain later this morning.
With the mix of snow and rain, there's a high risk of freezing rain developing.
Remember to check conditions before you head out on the roads.
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