Scoop has an Ethical Paywall
Hazardous goods fire near Boyle River
14 July 2017 | SOUTHERN REGION
Hazardous goods fire near Boyle River; Porters Pass open
but chains essential/ no towing vehicles
People using the Lewis Pass/ SH7 highway this morning and up till early afternoon will be encouraged to stop at Murchison and Culverden as the highway is closed due to a truck trailer hazardous goods fire near Boyle River.
The other highway route between the West Coast and Canterbury, SH73 via Arthur’s Pass, is open but with restrictions – chains essential and no trucks with trailers/ towing vehicles.
“Porters Pass, between Springfield and Arthur’s Pass, reopened around 8 amtoday. Drivers need to have chains fitted to get from Porters Pass to Craigieburn cutting, which remains icy. No towing vehicles are allowed,” says Lee Wright, Transport Agency Journey Manager.
“On State Highway 7, the Fire Service is managing the trailer fire and the safety of the surrounding Boyle River community. The road is likely to be closed a few more hours. We will update the situation at 2 pm.”
ends
Gordon Campbell: On bird flu, AUKUS entry fees and Cindy Lee
Peace Action Wellington: Die In for Palestine Marks ANZAC day
Labour Party: Penny Drops – But What About Seymour And Peters?
Government: PM Announces Changes To Portfolios
Family First: Just 1 In 6 Oppose ‘Three Strikes’ - Poll
Labour Party: Budget Blunder Shows Nicola Willis Could Cut Recovery Funding 
Government: Urgent Changes To System Through First RMA Amendment Bill
