A large slip has come down and is blocking both lanes of State Highway Three just north of Urenui, Taranaki.
Police were alerted to the slip at approximately 3:10am thismorning by a truck driver who had come across it while travelling northbound.
The slip is substantial and on a blind corner, traffic control is being arranged.
Motorists coming from both directions will be unable to get through and at this stage it is unclear how long it will take to clear the slip.
There are no diversions in place as yet, we ask that motorists travelling in the area are patient if there are delays.
An update will be provided after 6am.
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Issued by Police Media Centre