Devastating head-on collision between a sedan and a semi-truck on the Alaska Highway near Teslin left two people dead and one injured in the early hours of **May 7, 2025**. The crash occurred around **4 a.m. at kilometer marker 1267**, forcing the closure of the critical northern route for nearly seven hours
– **The Victims**: Both fatalities were occupants of the sedan, which was obliterated in the crash. The RCMP confirmed their deaths at the scene, while the semi-truck driver sustained only minor injuries .
– **Highway Chaos**: The collision led to a full closure of the Alaska Highway until **11 a.m.**, with traffic later resuming in alternating single lanes before full reopening. Tow trucks were seen hauling the mangled sedan away, while the semi-truck lay overturned in a ditch .
– **No Criminal Suspicions**: Authorities, including the Yukon Coroner’s Service and Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, found **no evidence of criminality**, but investigations into the cause (e.g., fatigue, road conditions) are ongoing .
#### **Community Reaction**
The RCMP expressed condolences to the victims’ families and thanked the public for avoiding the area during cleanup. Locals, however, are demanding **urgent safety improvements** on the highway, citing recurring fatal crashes in the region .
#### **Broader Context**
This tragedy echoes other recent deadly collisions on northern highways, including:
– A **Seward Highway crash** in January 2025 that killed two and injured three amid icy conditions .
– A **Fairbanks crash** in December 2024 where two died and seven were injured in a head-on collision .
**Why This Matters**: The Alaska Highway is a vital but perilous corridor, especially in remote stretches with limited emergency response. With winter-like conditions persisting in May, drivers are urged to **slow down and stay .