Section of Highway 101 closed after transport truck fire

An image of a commercial tractor being hauled on fire on Highway 101, west of Foleyet, shortly before 1 p.m. on June 7, 2026. (Supplied/Travis Ouimet/Facebook)

Ontario Provincial Police say a vehicle fire involving a transport truck has closed a lengthy stretch of Highway 101 in both directions on Saturday.

The closure extends from Highway 129 in Chapleau to Highway 144 in Timmins.

Police on scene

OPP said officers and other first responders were at the scene as of about 1 p.m. on Sunday.

“No injuries have been reported,” police said in a social media post.

Drivers advised to avoid area

OPP are advising the public to plan alternate routes and expect delays.

No estimated time for reopening the highway has been provided.

Authorities encourage motorists to check 511on.ca or call 511 for up-to-date road conditions and closures before travelling.