A multi-vehicle collision involving a semi-truck prompted a call to stop train traffic between Hope and Chilliwack Monday afternoon.

First responders told dispatch the tractor-trailer unit was down an embankment on Highway 1 and 'dangling' over the railway lines.

The westbound lanes of the highway were also expected to be closed for a "considerable time."

The incident took place after 1:30 p.m. on Sept. 29, in the Popkum area and was blocking the right lane of the westbound lanes east of Herrling Island.

Three patients were being cared for by paramedics.

The truck that went over the embankment had knocked down hydro and/or communication lines, according to first responders on the scene. Heavy haulers were being called to remove the truck. Two pick-up trucks were also involved and requ

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