YRB - Fort George

Update… July 17, 2026 @ 3:20pm…. This incident has been cleared.

Please be advised of a vehicle incident at the intersection of Hwy 16/97.

This incident is affecting the following routes:
- Hwy 97S - northbound left-hand turn lane onto Hwy 16W - CLOSED
- Hwy 97N - southbound lanes @ 16/97 - CLOSED
- Hwy 16E - westbound left-hand turn lane onto Hwy 97S - CLOSED
- Hwy 16W - eastbound right-hand turn lane on Hwy 97S - CLOSED

Emergency personnel and recovery vehicles are onsite.

Please use Ferry Avenue as detour to connect from Hwy 16 & Hwy 97, and expect delays.

Please be advised of upcoming work to Terechuk Bridge on the Upper Fraser Road July 20 - 24. Terechuk Bridge is located ~ 2 kms east of Harold Mann Park - https://maps.app.goo.gl/rGYJy5TE1y91QYvx7.

Single lane alternating traffic will be implemented for the majority of the repair. However, please note that the road will be CLOSED from 08:00 am - 16:00 pm on Wednesday July 22nd. We understand the inconvenience that this closure will create, but appreciate your understanding as we perform the necessary repair.

Please plan your day/commute accordingly. Crews will work as diligently as possible to ensure the repair proceeds in a timely manner!

15:25 April 20, 2026 UPDATE. Highway 16 is currently reopened in both directions.
Highway 16 is currently closed west of Prince George at Mud River Bridge due to a motor vehicle incident. Crews are on site, and there is no estimated reopening time yet. Please avoid the area and plan alternate routes. Updates will follow as conditions change. Thank you for your patience and stay safe.