UPDATE: 9:52 p.m DriveBC reports the northbound Coquihalla between Hope and Merritt is now open. One lane will be blocked at Mine Creek, so travelers are advised to watch for crews and drive with caution. ORIGINAL: 5:40 p.m DriveBC is advising travelers to detour onto Highway 3 or through the Fraser Canyon after an accident closed northbound Coquihalla Friday night. The vehicle incident is located at Exit 231 off Mine Creek Road, 12 km north of the summit. DriveBC said an assessment is underway and an estimated opening time is not currently available. There is no official information on the extent of the injuries.
