UPDATE: Island Highway clear near Union Bay after collision

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DriveBC says the road south of Union Bay has been cleared following a collision.

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Comox Valley RCMP say the Island Highway is closed south of Union Bay due to a vehicle collision.

According to DriveBC, the road is closed in both directions between Nelson Street and McLeod Road due to a serious collision.

RCMP are asking drivers to avoid the area, a detour is in place and an assessment in ongoing.