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Pont-tunnel Louis-H.-La Fontaine | Un poids lourd accroche le plafond et force la fermeture de l’A25 sud

Karim Benessaieh October 14, 2025 2 min read
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Pont-tunnel Louis-H.-La Fontaine | Un poids lourd accroche le plafond et force la fermeture de l’A25 sud
AI Article Summary

An incident occurred Tuesday morning on Highway 25 south at the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine tunnel-bridge. A heavy truck carrying an excavator hit the tunnel's ceiling, resulting in its closure. An assessment is underway to determine the extent of the damage, and southbound traffic will remain closed for several hours.

What This Means for Canadian Contractors

This incident highlights how failures to adhere to maximum height restrictions can lead to significant and costly disruptions. For Quebec builders, this means increased focus on safety standards and load verification to prevent such incidents. Enhanced training and awareness for heavy vehicle operators may also be necessary.