Highway 1 has now reopened to traffic in both directions through the Fraser Valley.
One eastbound lane and both westbound lanes on Highway 1 in Abbotsford are now open, a B.C. Ministry of Transportation press release notes on Sunday, Dec. 14. The single eastbound lane between Highway 11 and No. 3 Road opened this morning (Dec. 14). The two westbound lanes opened on the evening of Dec. 13.
Drivers should expect slower speed limits through this area and give themselves additional time to reach their destination. With a single lane available, eastbound travellers in particular should expect congestion, and drive with care and attention.
Ministry officials caution that the highway infrastructure remains vulnerable following recent storm events. While receding flood waters have allowed the single eastbound lane to open, officials with the Ministry of Transportation and Transit continue to monitor the weather and the performance of the highway, to determine when the second eastbound lane could also reopen.
With more rain in the forecast, people should be aware that highways could close at any time, if conditions change.
For the latest traffic updates, visit www.drivebc.ca.
To see flood warning and watches in the Fraser Valley, visit bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/warnings/index.htm