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Highway 17 is closed in both directions, one kilometre east of Ignace, following an early morning collision.

At this time, it's unclear if there are any injuries or when the highway will reopen.

Roads in the region are reported to be slick this morning and are expected to get worse as the first winter storm of the season is expected to dump another 20 to 30 cm of snow by the end of the day.

The eastbound lane of Highway 17A, the Kenora bypass, is closed due to a jackknifed semi-trailer. Traffic control is in place.

A disabled vehicle has led to the closure of the westbound lane of Highway 17, 20 km west of Vermilion Bay. Traffic control is in place.

A disabled vehicle has led to the closure of the westbound lane of Highway 17, at Bending Lake Road, east of Ignace. Traffic control is in place.

At this time, it's unclear if there are any injuries or when these sections of the highway will reopen.

You can check the current road conditions on the Fix Auto Road Report page.

If you see breaking news, call or text the Sounds and Systems Talk & Text Line at 807-468-44-87

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