A section of State Highway 96 near Mataura in Southland has been closed because of a nearby vegetation fire.

The closure affects SH96 between the intersections of SH1 and Waimumu Road.

A detour is available: Eastbound traffic should turn left onto Waimumu Road, right onto Paterson Road, continue on Glendhu Road and back onto SH1. The reverse for applies for westbound traffic.

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