Expect delays on the 401 in the Kingston area. Eastbound Highway 401 between Montreal Street and Highway 15 is restricted to one lane. A transport left the road, went through the guard rail, landing into the Cataraqui River shortly after 3 p.m. . The driver reportedly swam to shore and is ok, but was taken to the hospital as a precautionary measure. The Ministry of the Environment is assisting with the containment and cleanup of the fuel. Any witness to the collision are asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.
Traffic Note: Driving lane of the eb #Hwy401 is closed between Montreal Rd and #Hwy15 at #Kingston. Transport left road and went into the Cataraqui River. Driver swam to shore. @ONenvironment notified due to fuel spill. Traffic light and moving well. #ygk #ONHwys @OPP_COMM_ER ^bd pic.twitter.com/DgqVKi4OUE
— OPP East Region (@OPP_ER) April 3, 2020
