RCMP on the scene of a serious crash on Highway 55 near Nipawin

An RCMP cruiser. (Sean McClune/CTV News Edmonton)

RCMP officers from the Nipawin detachment are on the scene of a serious crash on Highway 55, just six kilometres east of the townsite.

Police shared few details about the crash Thursday morning, but said detours were in place and drivers should expect delays.

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“Please slow down and follow the instructions of emergency personnel on scene,” the Sask. RCMP said in a news release.

According to the Saskatchewan Highway Hotline, both lanes of the highway have been closed since about 6:30 a.m. Thursday. Drivers should be prepared to stop, as police are on site.

Updates are expected later in the day.