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Serious accident closes highway

The O.P.P. has closed Highway 17 North (West) 20 kms east of White River due to a serious accident involving a tractor-trailer and a motor vehicle. The accident occurred at 1:10 this morning.
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The O.P.P. has closed Highway 17 North (West) 20 kms east of White River due to a serious accident involving a tractor-trailer and a motor vehicle. The accident occurred at 1:10 this morning.

A technical traffic accident investigator is on the scene trying to determine the cause. There is no detour around the scene. Motorists travelling from Sault Ste. Marie to Marathon, Terrace Bay, Thunder Bay and points west should expect delays as the highway will likely be closed for several hours. At least two people have been seriously injured.


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