Update 9:10am
All lanes have re-opened along Highway 97 according to Drive BC.
Original Story at 8:41 AM
A pedestrian was taken to hospital after being struck by a semi in the Lavally Road area along Highway 97 south of Quesnel.
According to the RCMP, it happened just after midnight (Thursday).
The highway was closed for several hours but has since re-opened to single-lane alternating.
We will have more information as it becomes available.
⚠️UPDATE – #BCHwy97 is now open to single lane alternating traffic between #Quesnel and #WilliamsLake.
Expect slight delays in both directions and watch for crews. #AlexandriaBCℹ️For more info: https://t.co/2CgvV6IurO https://t.co/A8syXCjVyQ
— DriveBC (@DriveBC) August 14, 2025
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