UPDATE 3:20 p.m.:

A crash that caused considerable delays for those travelling south of Vernon has been cleared.

A van hit the centre meridian with such force that it moved the concrete object into oncoming traffic.

Highway 97 was limited to single-lane traffic in both directions while the meridian was moved back and the van towed from the scene.

ORIGINAL 1:20 p.m.:

A motor vehicle incident is causing delays on Highway 97 in Vernon.

According to a reporter on scene, traffic is backed up near the Greater Vernon Disposal Facility, in both directions on Highway 97. 

The highway is down to a single lane in both directions. 

A van crashed into a median on the highway, pushing it into the northbound lane.

There is also a semi-truck stalled on the southbound lane. 

An ambulance is currently on scene.

Check back for updates.