By 1075 Beach Radio News

Fatal accident closes Highway 97A

Jan 16, 2018 | 12:59 PM

KAMLOOPS — A crash north of Vernon this morning was deadly.

Police say a vehicle and a semi truck collided on Highway 97A south of Pleasant Valley Cross Road in Spallumcheen around 11 a.m.

Cst. Kelly Brett says one occupant of the vehicle died.

“The surviving occupants are being transported by BC Ambulance Services to the nearest medical facility by both ground and air. The driver of the semi-truck sustained no injuries,” says Brett.

An RCMP collision analyst is currently on scene to investigate the cause, with the weather likely playing a role.

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Highway 97A remains closed with traffic is being diverted on an alternate route.

Drive BC estimates the highway could reopen by 5 pm.