Worker killed in explosion at hydro project near Pemberton

WorkSafe has sent investigators to the B.C. Boulder Creek Hydroelectric project, where a 39-year-old man was killed in an explosion on Thursday, Nov. 19, 2015. (CTV/Chopper 9)

WorkSafe BC and RCMP are investigating the death of a worker at a remote hydro project.

The 39-year-old man was killed while handling explosives Thursday morning at the Boulder Creek Hydroelectric project, which is about 50 kilometres north of Pemberton.

A second person was transported to a hospital in the Lower Mainland with serious injuries.

WorkSafe has sent a team of investigators to the scene, and Mounties from the Whistler and Pemberton detachments are also probing the industrial accident.

The deceased’s name has not been released.

Innergex, the company handling the project, sent a statement to CTV News saying it is cooperating with the investigation.

“We are all, at Innergex, deeply saddened by this news, and our thoughts and condolences are with the families and friends of the deceased, and those affected by this accident. Innergex is collaborating fully with authorities,” said Michel Letellier.