Lack of Cell Service Complicated BC Bus Crash Response
Communications problems along Highway 39, which complicated the emergency response to a bus crash that injured 20 on Wednesday, are a familiar issue for northern residents, the provincial legislator for Mackenzie, B.C., said. Kiel Giddens, the member of the legislature for Prince George-Mackenzie, said poor or non-existent cellphone coverage is part of life in northern British Columbia.
TL;DR
- A bus crash on Highway 39 near Mackenzie injured 20 people.
- Emergency response efforts were complicated by communication issues.
- Provincial legislator Kiel Giddens highlighted that poor cellphone coverage is a common problem in northern British Columbia.
- The accident occurred in a remote area known for its unreliable cellphone service.