Alaska’s Canadian Border at Hyder may soon be open 24 hours a day.
The Hyder borders the British Columbia town of Stewart and will open to overnight travelers as part of a pilot program planned by the Canada Border Services Agency.
Local officials and U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski had previously been outlined on the plans which were released by officials but few particulars were available.
Travelers would use a telephone reporting system to gain entry at Stewart but agency media representatives couldn’t immediately provide details on how the system would work.
The plan is expected to take effect June 22 and the aim is to refine the logistics in order to help enable the free-flow of legitimate goods and services while ensuring Canadians’ security.
The crossing was closed from midnight to 8 a.m. last month, giving rise to concerns from residents.
