A devastating mudslide near Duffey Lake Road, triggered by an extreme atmospheric river, has left at least four people dead and one still missing. Authorities, including the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and the British Columbia Coroners Service, carried out difficult recovery efforts in unstable, dangerous conditions before pausing the search.
The disaster has completely shut down Highway 99 near Lillooet, with no timeline for reopening as engineers assess the damaged terrain. Officials say this tragedy highlights the growing impact of extreme weather in the region and the urgent need for better safety measures and infrastructure resilience.
Families are now left grieving sudden losses, while the province shifts from rescue efforts to investigation, recovery, and long-term rebuilding.