TCH near Salmonier Line still closed due to sinkhole, causing traffic delays

Transportation officials continue repairing damage done to the Trans-Canada Highway in the Salmonier Line area after heavy rain damaged the roads on Friday evening.

The province's transportation department confirmed Sunday thatboth the eastbound and westbound lanes on the TCH from Salmonier Line to the Holyrood Access Road remainclosed so officials canrepair damages from the storm.

A sinkhole that formed in the median had spread into both lanes of the TCH, which led to the decision to close the highway.

Motorists heading eastbound are being advised to exit at Route 90 on the Salmonier Line and follow Route 60 to 62 on the Holyrood Access Road to bypass the closure.

Drivers heading west are being told to exit at Route 62 on the Holyrood Access Road and follow Route 60 to Route 90 on the Salmonier Line.

RCMP have advised driversto expect heavy traffic volume and delays on the Salmonier Line and Holyrood Access Road. Police are also advising drivers to use caution due to slippery conditions.

The highway is expected to be reopened after the necessary repairs are made.