Two hospitals declare Code Orange after data centre bus crash in Mackenzie, B.C.

But it could not provide further information about the crash.

“We do not have details to share at this time about the number of patients involved, or their conditions; our thoughts are with those who’ve been impacted,” the health authority said in a statement.

“We ask that Prince George area residents avoid the UHNBC emergency department for all but life-threatening emergency needs at this time.”

RCMP in Mackenzie said the crash happened on Highway 39 south of the community that’s about 180 kilometres north of Prince George and there are multiple victims, some seriously hurt.

IREN, which operates three data centres in B.C., said its “immediate concern” was for those on the bus and their families and the company is supporting the response.

The company also has data centres in the United States, with projects planned in Spain and Australia.

IREN says its data centres allow clients to train powerful AI models.

A statement from Mackenzie Secondary School said the crash did not involve any of its students but a school bus had been sent to the area to provide support.

Police said Highway 39 was closed to facilitate emergency responders on the scene, and multiple ambulances and an air ambulance had been deployed.

“We ask the public to avoid the area and allow emergency personnel the space they need to safely respond to this incident,” RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Brett Urano said in a statement.

“Drivers should expect significant delays and are encouraged to check DriveBC before travelling.”

Traffic information agency DriveBC said a detour was available through the Causeway and Mill Road, and drivers should use caution.

This report by The Canadian Press was first published Nov. 4, 2026.

Ashley Joannou, The Canadian Press

by The Canadian Press

Two hospitals declare Code Orange after data centre bus crash in Mackenzie, B.C.

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