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UPDATE: 5:30 p.m.
A grass fire that temporarily stopped traffic on Highway east of Cranbrook has since been doused, and traffic is flowing smoothly once again.
ORIGINAL: 3:30 p.m.
Drive BC is reporting a grass fire along Highway 3 one kilometre east of Cranbrook.
Emergency crews are on scene dealing with the fire.
Assessment is in progress.
Traffic is stopped in both directions.
Drivers are advised they can expect heavy delays.