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Accident closes Highway 16 Tuesday evening

An accident on Tuesday, Dec 11, closed Highway 16 for several hours.

An accident  on Tuesday, Dec 11, closed Highway 16 for several hours.

Three vehicles were involved in the accident which occurred around 5:45 p.m. east of Trout Creek.

One driver, a female, had to be extricated from her vehicle by Smithers Fire and Rescue.  She was then transported to Vancouver by air medieval.

Police said alcohol was not a factor, but are continuing their investigation.