Three people killed in fiery crash on Highway 5, north of Kamloops

Three people are dead following a serious crash on Highway 5 north of Kamloops, between Clearwater and Little Fort. Two others are in critical condition, according to the RCMP BC Highway Patrol.

Three vehicles, including a semi-trailer, were involved in the collision, which happened on Wednesday (March 1) just before 11 a.m. in the 3330 block of Highway 5 near Clearwater.

DriveBC is reporting the highway is closed from Round Top Road to Petrol Road. The highway will remain closed in both directions for several hours while emergency crews are on scene. The crash brought ground and air ambulances to the scene.

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