Highway 11 partially reopens after transport crash
5:30 p.m.
Orillia OPP confirmed that the right northbound reopened between Line 7 and Line 10.
Both southbound lanes remained closed. Police advised drivers to remain patient as significant delays continue to be expected.
4:30 p.m.
Police say the truck experienced a tire blowout, causing the driver to lose control and crash into the guardrail.
The crash resulted in damage to the guardrail and a diesel spill.
No injuries were reported in the incident.
Crews remained on scene to cleanup the spill and repair the guardrail.
12:30 p.m.
According to Orillia OPP, officers were notified at around noon that a transport truck crashed between Line 7 and Line 10, closing the highway in the area.
Motorists have been urged to avoid the area and detour via Ridge Road East or Sideroad 15 and 16, as significant delays are expected.
Note: This is a developing news story. We will provide updates when they become available.
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