Eastbound lanes of Yellowhead closed due to jackknifed semi truck

Cars on a highway in a snow storm. (CityNews)

Posted January 16, 2025 10:14 pm.

Last Updated January 16, 2025 10:15 pm.

All eastbound lanes of the Yellowhead Highway are currently blocked off at Anthony Henday Drive on the west side of Edmonton due to a semi truck that has jackknifed.

Emergency crews are on the scene, working to clear the accident, but significant delays are expected in the area.

Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes to avoid congestion while the situation is resolved.

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