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Chunks of loose tar prompt warning on three North Island highways

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Officers had received reports of chunks of tar on State Highway 1, State Highway 4, and State Highway 49, between Waiouru and Sanson (file image). (Source: istock.com)

Motorists are being urged to "take extra care" on three state highways in the central North Island due to chunks of tar reported to have come loose on the roads.

A police spokesperson said officers had received reports of chunks of tar on State Highway 1, State Highway 4, and State Highway 49, in the Manawatū-Whanganui region between Waiouru and Sanson this morning.

"Motorists are urged to take extra care while police and contractors work to clear the chunks," they said.

Anyone who had seen a chunk of tar on the roads was urged to contact police on 105.

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