Highway 99 closed ahead of heavy rainfall

KAMLOOPS — Highway 99 between Pemberton and Lillooet will be closed at 4 p.m. Tuesday (Nov. 30) due to the incoming atmospheric river event.

The B.C. government says the duration of the closure will depend on weather and road conditions. The province states highway infrastructure is vulnerable following heavy rain and mudslides earlier in November, and upcoming heavy rain poses and additional risk.

Geotechnical and operational crews will re-evaluate the roadway on Wednesday morning, with the highway re-opening when safe to do so. Highway 3 between Hope and Princeton remains open to essential traffic.

Essential purposes for travel are include transporting essential goods, supplies, livestock and agriculture products, and responding to emergencies. Checkpoints will be in place and travel restrictions will be enforced.