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Weather/stuck transports keep Highways 11 & 17 east of Nipigon closed

Highway 17 between Nipigon and Schreiber was shut down for several hours on Saturday

Poor road conditions and multiple transports that became stuck were cited as reasons.

Highway 11 east of Nipigon to Beardmore was also closed, initially caused by a jack-knifed transport.

Minor injuries were reported by Provincial Police in that incident

Highway traffic cameras showed barricades at the intersection of Highways 11 and 17.

Highway traffic camera showing road blockades on Hwy 11 and Hwy 17 east of Nipigon

The highways were reopened to traffic late Saturday night.

  • Randy Thoms is a veteran news broadcaster with over 40 years' experience. He is based in Fort Frances and covers stories across northwestern Ontario. Contact Randy at thoms.randy@radioabl.ca.

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