Highway 1 between Chase and Sorrento reopened to the public Friday morning after a week-long closure due to the Bush Creek East wildfire (Image credit: Kent Simmonds/CFJC Today).
Trans Canada Highway

Highway 1 through the Shuswap reopens

Aug 25, 2023 | 5:24 AM

UPDATE (10 a.m.): DriveBC confirms the Trans Canada Highway between Chase and Sorrento did reopen to the public at 10 a.m. Friday.

However, DriveBC stresses that no stopping will be permitted along the stretch of the Highway 1 due to the Bush Creek East wildfire. Drivers are asked to watch for wildlife on the roadway.

Highway 1 between Chase and Sorrento west of Squilax Bridge (Image credit: Kent Simmonds/CFJC Today).

EARLIER: CHASE, B.C. — The Trans Canada Highway through the Shuswap is expected to reopen Friday (Aug. 25) morning.