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Crashes close Elko tunnel

Emergency crews remain on scene; motorists urged to avoid the area if possible
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Emergency services remain at the scene of a semi truck crash near Elko. File photo

Motorists are being urged to avoid the Elko Rock Bluffs near Fernie after two crashes this afternoon.

According to the latest update from the Regional District of East Kootenay, issued at 4 p.m., Highway 3 remains closed 1km west of the tunnel near Elko as a tow truck works to remove a semi truck involved in a crash earlier.

They are trying to get traffic moving again as quickly as possible, with a second accident in the tunnel now cleared.

“Emergency crews remain on scene. If you don’t need to be on the highway in that area, please stay away,” reads the latest advice from RDEK.

Check Drivebc.ca for an updated status on the Highway.