UPDATE: An Interior Roads spokesperson has confirmed Highway 97 has single-lane alternating traffic through the scene of a fatal two-vehicle collision 20 kilometres north of Lac La Hache.
Highway 97 is expected to fully open at 6pm.
The deadly incident closed the highway in both directions Wednesday morning.
RCMP have not released any further details on the incident.
ORIGINAL STORY: Highway 97 is currently closed in both directions 20 kilometers north of Lac La Hache due to what is believed to be a serious collision.
This is the second major motor vehicle incident in the Cariboo along Highway 97 in a week, the first took place near McLeese Lake last Friday.
Drive BC is reporting there is no detour available at this time and there is no estimated time of opening.
Road conditions this morning are reported as compact snow with slippery sections with limited visibility and blowing snow.
100 Mile House RCMP with emergency services are on scene and said it may be some time before the Highway reopens.
– With files from Rebecca Kelli