Detour in place as West Vancouver brush fire closes Sea-to-Sky Highway in both directions at Highway 1

The Sea-to-Sky Highway (Highway 99) remains closed due to a nearby brush fire, but a detour has now been set up.

Drivers can use Horseshoe Bay Drive to get through.

Fire crews remain on-scene as they battle the three-hectare fire burning in West Vancouver near Whyte Lake.

3:53 Update #BCHwy99 still blocked at Horseshoe Bay due to Whyte Lake brush fire.

There is a detour via Horseshoe Bay Drive. Obey the instructions of the crews on scene. #1130Traffic https://t.co/emJ5RzlHbj

— CityNews Vancouver Traffic (@CityNewsTraffic) June 26, 2023

The blaze was discovered earlier Monday afternoon and led to the closure of the major artery.

In a tweet, West Vancouver Fire and Rescue says crews are on site, advising drivers to take caution and avoid the area.

The area around Whyte Lake is closed as crews are responding to brush fire. Smoke may be visible from the Highway 1. Please drive with caution and avoid the area. #westvan (cc @WestVanPolice ) pic.twitter.com/PRQPjUdh2S

— West Vancouver Fire & Rescue (@WestVanFireDept) June 26, 2023

Fire crews note that the area around the lake is also closed due to the flames.

In a tweet, one user posted photos that show billowing white smoke as seen from an area west of the blaze.

Fire crews in West Vancouver say officers are on the scene of a brush fire near Whyte Lake Monday afternoon. (Submitted to CityNews)

Fire crews in West Vancouver say officers are on the scene of a brush fire near Whyte Lake Monday afternoon. (Submitted to CityNews)

CityNews has reached out to fire crews for more information.

This is a developing story. Check back for updates.