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Driving conditions dire- SH1 Dunsandel - Canterbury
As a result of high winds creating dust storms, visibility on SH1 around Dunsandel/Rakaia is almost zero.
Driving conditions are described as extremely dangerous. Police are advising motorists to avoid the area.
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