Landslide Washes Out Road In Shuswap UPDATE

Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure has advised that a temporary detour route along the 6000 block of Eagle Bay Road is now open and will remain open 24 hours per day until further notice.

The detour allows for single lane alternating traffic only. The detour is open to passenger vehicles and light duty trucks only. Heavy trucks and vehicles towing trailers are not permitted at this time.

Motorists are advised that minor delays up to 30 minutes should be expected. The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure request that local traffic only access the detour route and that motorists use extreme caution when travelling over the detour section of the road.

Members of the public are advised to please remain away from the area.