Massey Tunnel crash forces crews to take out counter flow lane for morning rush

FILE — The Massey Tunnel. (CityNews Image)

By Charlie Carey

Posted April 22, 2025 7:42 am.

Last Updated April 22, 2025 7:46 am.

A crash in the southbound lanes of the George Massey Tunnel Tuesday morning forced the removal of the counterflow lane for commuters heading north.

The lack of the extra lane from about 6:45 a.m. onwards meant traffic built up heavily in both directions.

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While the crash itself was cleared and the counterflow lane put back in place just after 7:30 a.m., the damage was already done for morning drivers.

Northbound traffic is still heavy from Highway 17.

Drivers in both directions can take the Alex Fraser Bridge to avoid delays.

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