Christchurch house fire closes SH1 near Hei Hei, road now reopened

A fire has caused the closure of State Highway 1 near the Buchanans Rd intersection. Photo / Google Maps

A house fire on the outskirts of Christchurch this afternoon closed State Highway 1.

The fire caused the closure of SH1 near the Buchanans Rd intersection in Hei Hei.

NZ Transport Agency said the road has now reopened.

Police were notified of the blaze on Carmen Rd at 4.25pm and said they were asked to attend for traffic management.

Road users were advised to follow the directions of emergency services or, if possible, avoid the area.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand said they were alerted to the blaze at 4.30pm, and everyone has been accounted for.

Police said the fire does not appear to be suspicious.

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