Drivers are advised to expect overnight traffic-pattern changes when travelling Highway 1 eastbound at Mount Lehman Road, starting as early as Monday, Aug. 17, 2026.

Temporary road closure will enable road-safety maintenance, upgrades

Premier David Eby has issued the following statement after speaking in Penticton with evacuees, local leaders and emergency personnel responding to wildfires:

Government continues to send supports

New overpass removes risky left turns, improves access, traffic flow

Province providing support to region to ensure accommodation, supports available