Drivers asked to avoid stretch of Bella Vista Road in Vernon

VERNON – Emergency officials are asking travelers to avoid a section of Bella Vista Road in Vernon after a car accident Saturday.

Due to a single vehicle rollover on Bella Vista Road near Sandon and Davison Roads, Vernon Fire and Rescue Services is requesting drivers avoid the area.

Travelers are asked to use Allenby Way for now.

There are currently no estimates on when the road will fully reopen.

To contact the reporter for this story, email Charlotte Helston at chelston@infonews.ca or call 250-309-5230. To contact the editor, email mjones@infonews.ca or call 250-718-2724.

– This story was updated at 7:18 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 27, 2014 to correct the spelling of Davison Road.

Charlotte Helston

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Charlotte Helston grew up in Armstrong and after four years studying writing at the University of Victoria, she came back to do what she loves most: Connect with the community and bringing its stories to life.

Covering Vernon for iNFOnews.ca has reinforced her belief in community. The people and the stories she encounters every day—at the courthouse, City Hall or on the street—show the big tales in a small town.

If you have an opinion to share or a story you'd like covered, contact Charlotte at Charlotte Helston or call 250-309-5230.

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