UPDATE 2: Highway 97 is now open in both directions. As of 7:30 pm.

UPDATED… Motorists be advised that Highway 97 in Prince George is CLOSED at the Hwy 16 intersection, between Upland and Ferry Ave. A serious crash is the cause.

A detour is in effect for southbound using Hwy 16 East to the Old Cariboo Highway and northbound can exit onto Queensway interchange to Ferry Ave.