Drivers are advised that the Malahat section of Highway 1 between West Shore Parkway and Tunnel Hill will be closed in both directions overnight each night from Nov. 16-22, 2021.   

The full overnight closure is required to repair the highway at Tunnel Hill from damage caused by the recent weather conditions.

On Tuesday, Nov. 16, the stretch of highway will be closed from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. From Nov. 17-22, the stretch of highway will be closed from 6 p.m. to 6 a.m.

During the daytime, the highway will be open to single-lane alternating traffic for 30-minute intervals. Drivers should expect major delays during daytime openings and consider limiting travel for essential purposes only.

The Pacific Marine route is open as an alternate route. The Brentwood Bay to Mill Bay Ferry is an additional alternative route for those requiring travel. The ferry is operating with its regular daytime hours. Checking the BC Ferries website for scheduled sailings is recommended.

Travellers are asked to follow signs and obey posted speed limits.

For up-to-date road closure information, please visit www.DriveBC.ca
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