An update to a highway closure in northwestern Ontario.
The Trans-Canada Highway is now alternating traffic less than a kilometre east of Raith.
A jackknifed transport was blocking both lanes of traffic.
It’s not known when Highway 17 will fully reopen and drivers are being advised to use caution in the area.
Update: #Closure #Shabaqua #HWY17 WB .5 km E of Raith, lane is blocked due to a jackknifed tractor trailer. Traffic being alternated by Traffic control. Delays may occur. Please use caution in area. #ONHwys
— 511Ontario (@511Ontario) October 28, 2019