First published Oct 21, 2026, 5:20:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 21, 2026, 5:20:15 PM UTC

Hazard on Highway 1 (Lower Mainland District)

Reported by British Columbia 511 — Major Events and Road Closures

A vehicle incident on Highway 1 near Kensington Avenue in Burnaby has closed the HOV lane, with delays expected; the feed reports all lanes open. The latest listed update was at 9:40 a.m. PDT, with another update scheduled for 10:15 a.m.

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