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Section of State Highway 3 closed after car caught in Taranaki slip

December 9, 2020

Portable programmable sign, warning drivers of raod closure. — Road closed file image. (Source: istock.com)

A section of State Highway 3 is closed in Taranaki after a car was caught in a slip.

Police say Mokau Road is currently blocked near the intersection with Uruti Road due to the slip.

The slip occurred around 2.30pm and both lanes of SH3 are currently blocked in the area.

"A car was caught by the slip but thankfully the occupants were unhurt," police report.

There are no detours available so motorists are advised to hold off on travel at this time, or expect delays.

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