India, Nov. 13 -- An accident in Provo Canyon in Utah on Wednesday led to both lanes of Highway 189 being closed. The Wasatch County Sheriff's Office shared the news in an update, noting it would impact traffic heading towards Provo or Heber.

"Please be advised that Highway 189 (Provo Canyon) is CLOSED in both directions at milepost 18, (Provo side of the Deer Creek Dam) due to a traffic accident," the alert shared on Facebook read.

Authorities informed that emergency crews were on the scene and people were asked to avoid the area and expect delays. "We will provide updates as soon as the roadway is safe to reopen. Thank you for your patience and stay safe," the message further read.

Heidi Hatch of KUTV also shared the news saying "Hig...