Sea to Sky Highway Reopens After Landslide in Lions Bay
Emergency crews continue search efforts for potential victims after a landslide displaced a home and blocked the highway.
- The Sea to Sky Highway, connecting Vancouver and Whistler, reopened early Sunday after being closed due to a Saturday landslide near Lions Bay.
- The landslide, triggered by a windstorm with gusts up to 100 km/h, displaced a home, knocked down power lines, and blocked the highway with debris and trees.
- Search-and-rescue crews, including canine units, are investigating whether anyone was inside the home swept off its foundation.
- Emergency shelters were opened in North Vancouver and Whistler for travelers stranded by the highway closure.
- No injuries have been reported so far, but emergency officials continue to monitor the area for safety and provide updates.