According to the latest update, one person has died as a result of the crash. Three other victims were treated for their injuries and have since been released from the hospital, while a fifth individual remains hospitalized in serious condition. Officials have not yet released the identity of the deceased or provided further details about the injured, pending notification of their families.
The collision forced the closure of Highway 99 near Deeks Creek, creating lengthy traffic delays and leaving many motorists stranded in and around Squamish. Police, paramedics, firefighters, and highway maintenance crews responded to the scene, where investigators are working to determine the circumstances that led to the crash.
Drivers are urged to avoid the area where possible and monitor official traffic updates before traveling through the Sea-to-Sky corridor. Authorities continue to appeal for witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage from the area to come forward as the investigation remains ongoing.
The thoughts of the community are with the family of the person who lost their life, as well as those recovering from their injuries following this tragic incident. Further updates are expected as police continue their investigation.