The head of the Alberni Valley Chamber of Commerce says it's positive to have a timeline for the reopening of Highway 4, but it will be hard.
While the Highway 4 closure dragging on longer than most people in Port Alberni and the west coast had hoped, the announcement ofIt finally provides a little certainty as those communities continue to struggle with the supply of essential goods, and tourism businesses wonder when their visitors will return.
“It’s been really tough on our business because this is high season for us, and we depend on tourism coming from abroad,” said Bouchra Savard, an owner/operator of the Swept Away Inn.they’ve lost tens of thousands of dollars in bookings since the highway closure. Another 10-day closure leaves the owner with a sinking feeling.
On Monday, the Alberni Co-op gas station was among those refilling after a number of stations ran dry, but those worries are starting to ease with the reassurance the highway will open, at least partially, in another 10 days. “Really pleased to hear that the fire is now being held, so that gives some businesses some time to arrange for alternative arrangements for things coming in, but this is definitely going to be hard on the community,” said Jolleen Dick, the chamber’s CEO.
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