Northbound Coquihalla closed near Merritt due to a vehicle fire

(via Drive BC)

A vehicle fire on Highway 5, northbound is causing travel issues near Merritt Thursday morning.   The vehicle fire is between Highway 5A; Highway 97C and Exit 290. The road is closed and an assessment is in progress.

It's estimated that the road will reopen around 12:30 p.m.

Drive BC indicates there is a detour via Hwy 5A.

REMINDER - #BCHwy5 vehicle fire north of #Merritt. NB lanes are closed. Traffic is being diverted on to #BCHwy5A. Expect delays.https://t.co/NqcVWINqmE

— Drive BC (@DriveBC) January 30, 2020

Another update will be available at 10:15 a.m.