Highway 69 reopens after crash

An undated photo of an Ontario Provincial Police cruiser with its lights flashing. (File image/Supplied/Bobb Barratt/Ontario Provincial Police)

Ontario Provincial Police had closed Highway 69 in both directions late Friday night following a “collision” between Pointe au Baril and Magnetawan First Nation.

Authorities announced the closure on social media shortly after 10:15 p.m. on Aug. 1 and advised emergency crews were on scene.

Ontario 511’s Traveller Information Service also noted the closure shortly after 10 p.m.

The roadway reopened shortly before 12:30 a.m. Saturday morning.

Police advised motorists that a detour was available via Highway 529 during the closure.

‘Serious injuries’ reported

In its update early Saturday, OPP reported the collision resulted in “serious but non-life-threatening injuries”.

Authorities have not released any details on the cause of the crash, the number of vehicles involved or if any charges are pending.

Authorities advise motorists to check Ontario 511 for up-to-date road conditions.

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