Highway 1 crash near Secretan, Sask. causing traffic delays
An RCMP detachment can be seen in this file photo. (David Prisciak/CTV News)
RCMP say traffic is being re-routed on a portion of the Trans-Canada Highway in south central Saskatchewan Thursday afternoon after a motor vehicle collision.
According to a news release, the crash occurred on Highway 1 about two kilometres west of Secretan, Sask. – which is located between Moose Jaw and Swift Current.
Delays in the area can be expected with traffic being re-routed for an undetermined amount of time, RCMP said.
No other details are available at this time.
RCMP are advising people to visit the Highway Hotline for road closure updates.
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