Highway 1 through Fraser Canyon reopens with reduced speed limit as Brunswick Complex wildfire response continues

Highway 1 through British Columbia's Fraser Canyon has reopened to traffic, although wildfire crews continue efforts to contain the Brunswick Complex fires in the area.

According to the B.C. Ministry of Transportation, the highway reopened Friday morning with single-lane alternating traffic in both directions. A reduced speed limit of 60 km/h remains in effect along a 27-kilometre section near Boston Bar to support emergency operations and improve safety.

The Brunswick Complex wildfires have forced hundreds of residents in Boston Bar and nearby communities to leave their homes. Authorities have temporarily closed and reopened Highway 1 several times over the past few weeks as fire conditions changed on both sides of the canyon.

According to the B.C. Wildfire Service, more than 350 firefighters, 20 helicopters, heavy equipment and structure protection crews are working to contain the fires and protect nearby communities.