Highway 11 is closed both ways from Nipigon to Highway 625 east of Longlac. One person has reported life-threatening injuries; a lengthy closure is expected

OPP warns motorists to expect a prolonged closure in both directions

NIPIGON – REGIONAL NEWS – Highway 11 is fully closed in both directions between Highway 17 in Nipigon and Highway 625 east of Longlac, according to an OPP Northwest Region update issued at 10:53 a.m. EDT on October 6, 2026.

One person is reported to have sustained life-threatening injuries.

Police advise motorists to expect a prolonged closure. The update did not provide an estimated reopening time or identify a detour route.

Further details about the circumstances and the injured person were not included in the update.

Motorists planning to travel through the area should check Ontario 511 and OPP updates for road conditions and reopening information before departing.

Summary: Highway 11 is closed both ways from Nipigon to Highway 625 east of Longlac. One person has reported life-threatening injuries; a lengthy closure is expected.