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Multi-Vehicle Collision Halts Highway 99 Near Delta Interchange
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Core Incident
A serious multi-vehicle crash occurred on Highway 99 just east of the Highway 91 interchange in Delta on Friday afternoon. Dash-cam footage captured a truck crossing the median and colliding with several cars and a double-decker transit bus. Surrey police reported that only one person was transported to hospital with minor injuries. The bus’s passenger load was not confirmed at the time of the crash.
Emergency Response
Surrey Fire Services and British Columbia Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) paramedics responded to the scene, according to Surrey police. Tow trucks were dispatched to remove the vehicles that could not be driven, and officials indicated that the highway would remain closed for several hours while recovery operations continued.
Traffic Impact
The closure of this segment of Highway 99, a major north-south corridor linking Vancouver and the Fraser Valley, forced motorists to seek alternate routes. Local traffic reports warned of significant delays on surrounding arterials as drivers were diverted. The expected duration of the shutdown was described as “several hours,” reflecting the time needed to clear the wreckage and assess roadway safety.
Official Statements
Surrey police provided updates throughout the incident, confirming the limited number of injuries and the ongoing presence of emergency crews. No further details about the cause of the truck’s median crossing were released at the time of reporting.
Outlook
Authorities planned to reopen Highway 99 once the scene was cleared and the roadway inspected for damage. Motorists were advised to monitor real-time traffic alerts for updates on the reopening schedule.