Serious motor vehicle incident closes Highway 39 south of Mackenzie

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Mackenzie RCMP are currently responding to a serious motor vehicle incident involving a bus on Highway 39 south of Mackenzie. 

On November 4, 2026, officers were advised of a bus that had left the roadway south of Mackenzie.  Multiple injuries have been reported, including serious injuries. 

Mackenzie RCMP officers, BC Emergency Health Services, and Fire Rescue are on scene. Multiple ambulances have been requested, and an air ambulance has been tasked to assist.  

Highway maintenance personnel are assisting with traffic management, and RCMP collision analysts have been requested to attend the scene. 

At this early stage of the investigation, limited details are available. 

Highway 39 south of Mackenzie is expected to remain closed for several hours while emergency personnel provide medical care and investigators examine the scene. There are currently no alternate routes around the closure. 

"We ask the public to avoid the area and allow emergency personnel the space they need to safely respond to this incident," says Cpl. Brett Urano, RCMP spokesperson. "Drivers should expect significant delays and are encouraged to check DriveBC before travelling."