Hwy. 1 reopens in Fraser Canyon between Boston Bar and Lytton

BOSTON BAR — The BC government announced Tuesday morning (Aug. 29) that Highway 1 between Boston Bar and Lytton has reopened for travellers after being closed for over a week due to the Kookipi Creek wildfire.

In a statement, the provincial government says the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure and its contractors have completed the removal of dangerous trees and loose rocks from the bluffs above the highway to allow the highway to safely reopen to area residents and travellers.

However, motorists can expect to experience lengthy delays along this route, with single-lane-alternating traffic through the Falls Creek (Jackass Mountain) highway reconstruction project, and possible lane closures for fire-related repairs and maintenance.

The Kookipi Creek wildfire remains active in the Fraser Canyon, with BC Wildfire Service operating in the area. Drivers are advised that this section of Highway 1 could be closed at any time should conditions warrant. This includes the possibility of proactive closures during rainfall to ensure the safety of travellers as the fire-damaged hillside may shed runoff and debris.