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Horses Tragically Killed in Highway 1 Crash
8 Oct
Summary
- Three horses died, one injured in a highway crash.
- The crash occurred Tuesday morning east of Revelstoke.
- The 73-year-old driver received a ticket for lane violation.
A tragic accident on Tuesday morning resulted in the deaths of three horses and the injury of a fourth. The incident occurred on Highway 1, approximately 40 kilometers east of Revelstoke, British Columbia, around 8:45 a.m.
A 73-year-old woman from Langdon, Alberta, was driving a trailer carrying four horses when she lost control of her vehicle. The trailer subsequently collided with a rock wall.
While the driver sustained no serious injuries, three of the horses perished at the scene. The fourth horse required immediate medical attention. Authorities issued the driver a ticket for failing to maintain lane position, with a fine of $109.
Revelstoke is situated roughly 415 kilometers west of Calgary and 640 kilometers east of Vancouver. This accident serves as a somber reminder of the risks involved in transporting animals.
