Both directions of Highway 1 east of Savona are currently closed while emergency responders attend the scene of a fatal collision.

Police were called at around 11:00 a.m. on Thursday Jan. 2, for a two vehicle collision.

Tk’emlúps Rural RCMP Detachment attended the scene. One person has died as a result of the collision and three others were taken to hospital with unknown injuries.

“Motorists are asked to please avoid the area and watch DriveBC for updates related to the closure,” said Corporal Crystal Evelyn, Tk’emlúps Rural RCMP Detachment spokesperson.

No further information is available at this time. Anyone who witnessed or has video related to this investigation is asked to please contact the Tk’emlúps Detachment at 250-314-1800

⛔UPDATE – #BCHwy1 remains CLOSED in the #Savona area 44 km west of #Kamloops due to a multi-vehicle incident. Watch for flaggers and crews on scene. Local detour available for passenger vehicles only.

Next update at 6 PM PST, or if conditions change.… https://t.co/kT004M3hbz pic.twitter.com/plBVIl929C

— DriveBC (@DriveBC) January 2, 2025