Multi-vehicle collision slows long weekend traffic in Kelowna

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May 20, 2016

Kassie Csek

Multi-vehicle collision slows long weekend traffic in Kelowna

There is a three car collision causing traffic headaches along Highway 97 near Sexsmith Rd.

The collision occurred in the northbound lanes, and according to calls into the newsroom, traffic is backed up all the way to Orchard Park Shopping Centre. Motorists are being advised to avoid the area if at all possible. The accident occurred in the slow lane, but other lanes are being impacted at this time.

There are no reports of injuries at this time, but we will update readers as soon as more information becomes available.

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