The Kamloops Fire Centre is reminding the public that a Category 2 and Category 3 open burning prohibition came into effect at noon on May 19.

The Coquihalla Highway between Hope and Merritt is expected to remain closed in both directions well into the evening, and possibly overnight, following an incident involving a burning semi-trailer truck carrying dangerous goods.

Beginning Tuesday, May 23, motorists travelling the Coquihalla Highway over the summer are advised to expect delays, due to two major road and bridge construction projects between Hope and Merritt.

Effective at noon on May 19, 2017, the size of open fires will be restricted in some parts of the Kamloops Fire Centre to help prevent human-caused wildfires and protect the public.

Areas in the south and central interior of the province remain under Evacuation Alert or Order after recent flooding events, and there is a potential for increased snowmelt and further precipitation and flooding next week.

Motorists should expect delays on Highway 1 on Wednesday, May 3 (tomorrow)  between 10 a.m. and noon near Exit 370 Summit off-ramp due to construction.

Motorists travelling on Highway 1 through Kamloops should be advised that the exit 370 Summit off-ramp in Kamloops will be closed for two nights for paving work.

Provincial funding of over $10 million will bring more than 70 new affordable homes at two new housing developments in Kamloops.