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Three injured in multi-vehicle collision on Highway 1

RCMP shut down Highway 1 in both directions between Brandon and Virden on Thursday, February 24, 2022, after a Multi-vehicle collision.

Police say that approximately 20 semi-trucks and five passenger vehicles were involved in the crash. The collision happened just before midday. Road conditions were icy at the time of the collision.

Semi-trucks and passenger vehicle block Highway 1 after a multi-vehicle collision between Brandon and Virden on February 24, 2022 (Manitoba RCMP)
Icy roads and speed are partially yo blame for a multi-vehicle collision on February 24, 2022 in western Manitoba (Manitoba RCMP)

Three people were taken to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries but their conditions are not known at this time.

Police say that the highway will be closed for some time while they investigate. Detours are in place.

RCMP are asking people to avoid the area.

© News4.ca 2022

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