Peace Arch border service resumes after power outage

The Douglas-Peace Arch border crossing is seen in Surrey, B.C., on Monday, March 16, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

By Cole Schisler

Posted August 12, 2023 3:49 pm.

Last Updated August 13, 2023 9:55 am.

Service at the Peace Arch border crossing has resumed following a power outage on the U.S. side.

Border officials told CityNews the issue had left them unable to process travellers attempting to cross.

Traffic was being redirected to the Pacific Highway crossing until the issue was resolved.

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