Multiple people seriously injured in crash on Trans-Canada near Field

A serious two-vehicle crash has closed the Trans-Canada Highway near Field this afternoon.

Emergency crews were called to the collision on Highway 1 and Emerald Lake Road south of Field at approximately 12:10 p.m. today, Aug. 7, according to an RCMP media release.

RCMP are releasing few details about the crash but said multiple people are being treated for serious injuries.

The highway is expected to closed in both directions for several more hours.

For updates on the closure check out DriveBC here.

Anyone who witnessed the crash is asked to call Golden-Field RCMP at 250-344-2221.

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