Highway 8 reopens southeast of Cambridge

A road closed sign can be seen. (WRPS)

By Josh Piercey

Posted Nov 28, 2025 09:07:55 AM.

Last Updated Nov 28, 2025 12:35:02 PM.

A collision closed Highway 8 between Cambridge and Hamilton on Friday morning.

According to the Ministry of Transportation, the highway was closed at around 8:30 a.m. after a crash near the Safari Road intersection.

The highway has since reopened.

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