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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.
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