UPDATE 5:40 PM SH1 Main South Rd is CLOSED due to a fire on Waterholes Rd. Motorists are advised to expect delays and avoid the area if possible. Detours are currently being put in place please follow directions of emergency services. ^JPhttps://t.co/BKxvyRTozn
— Waka Kotahi NZTA Canterbury & West Coast (@WakaKotahiCWC) February 13, 2020
There are no reports of injuries, police said in a statement.
The intersection between Main South Rd and Waterholes Rd was closed earlier, with police assisting with traffic management near the blaze.
🚒🚒 Fire and Emergency NZ is currently in attendance at a large grass and hedge fire just off SH1 near Rolleston (15...