2 dead in multi-vehicle collision northeast of Kamloops: RCMP

Two people are dead following a multiple vehicle collision near Sorrento, B.C, about 105 kilometres northeast of Kamloops, according to the RCMP.

The crash, on Highway 1 near Little River Road, occurred Saturday around 8 a.m., Mounties said.

Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash and will release more information as it becomes available, RCMP media relations Cpl. Madonna Saunderson told CBC News.

The fatal collision has closed a portion of the Trans-Canada Highway between Little River Rd and Lindburg Rd. DriveBC is urging travellers to expect delays and take alternative routes via Highway 97, 97A and 97B. (Shane McKicahan)

"Details are limited and I have nothing further at this time," Saunderson said.

B.C. Emergency Health Services said three ambulances were sent to the scene and that paramedics cared for and transported five patients to hospital. The extent of their injuries is unknown.

Paramedics provided emergency medical treatment and transported five patients to hospital. (Shane McKicahan)

The Trans-Canada Highway is closed between Little River Road and Lindburg Road near Sorrento, according to DriveBC. Travellers are advised to take alternative routes via Highway 97, Highway 97A, and Highway 97B, with significant delays expected.