Highway 401 in Prescott has fully reopened following a serious four-vehicle collision that caused major delays on Thursday evening. The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the incident, which occurred near the Highway 416 interchange, prompting lane closures and significant traffic backups.
Collision Details
Emergency crews arrived at the scene shortly after the crash was reported. Multiple vehicles were involved, and initial reports indicate that at least one person sustained injuries. The extent of those injuries has not been disclosed. The OPP is continuing to investigate the cause of the collision, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
Traffic Impact
The closure of Highway 401 in both directions caused gridlock for commuters during the evening rush hour. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes, such as County Road 2, to avoid the area. The highway was reopened just before 8:30 p.m. EDT after the scene was cleared and an investigation completed.
OPP officials remind drivers to exercise caution, especially in adverse weather conditions or during periods of heavy traffic. The investigation remains ongoing, and no charges have been announced at this time.
