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By Fraser Valley Today Staff

Road Closed

Lougheed Highway crash in Mission sends one to hospital

Dec 26, 2024 | 2:19 PM

UPDATE — RCMP report the Lougheed Highway through Mission was reopened to traffic in both directions at approximately 6 p.m. Thursday evening. There is no update on the condition of the woman who suffered serious injuries in the crash and was airlifted to hospital.

MISSION — The Lougheed Highway is closed in both directions in Mission following a serious collision late Thursday (Dec. 26) morning.

Early results of the investigation indicate the crash occurred around 11:30 a.m. when a vehicle hydroplaned, striking an oncoming car. A female occupant was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries.

The Integrated Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Service is investigating the crash, which has prompted a complete closure of Lougheed Highway between Nelson Street and Oliver Street.

Motorists are being detoured along Silverdale Avenue. The highway closure is anticipated to remain in effect until early Thursday evening.

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Police have not released further details about the number of people involved in the crash.