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Road Blocked, State Highway 1, Karapiro - Waikato
A tree is blocking State Highway 1 at Karapiro, which is expected to remain closed for some time.
Police became aware of the blockage, just north of the township, around 11:35am.
Traffic is backed up from Cambridge - the road is expected to be closed for several hours while the tree is cleared.
There is currently a cordon in place at the State Highway 1 intersection with State Highway 27.
Motorists are asked to delay travel if possible and follow posted diversions.
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