Drivers are being reminded that the Massey Tunnel will be closed in both directions overnight Friday and Saturday.
The tube will be closed from 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. on Friday, May 28 and Saturday, May 29 for scheduled maintenance.
The closure, according to the B.C. government’s Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure, is necessary to test the tunnel's fire suppression system and overhead lane control signals.
A detour will be available for all regular and commercial traffic via Highway 91 and the Alex Fraser Bridge:
* Northbound Highway 99 traffic should detour around the closed George Massey Tunnel by taking Exit 16 Route 91 toward Alex Fraser Bridge.
* Southbound Highway 99 traffic should detour around the closed George Massey Tunnel via Exit 37 Route 91 toward Alex Fraser Bridge.
Signage will be set up in advance of these exits to advise drivers of the tunnel closure.
All emergency vehicles will be accommodated through the George Massey Tunnel during this work.
Drivers are advised to check Drivebc.ca for all the latest travel information.
