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      Home > News > Accident and Emergency

    A crash and subsequent fire in southern Bay of Plenty is blocking State Highway 5

    A crash and subsequent fire in southern Bay of Plenty is blocking State Highway 5


    Police say a car caught on fire after colliding with a tree between Harwoods and Tapapa roads, about 10.45.

    It's believed flames spread to nearby vegetation.

    There's no word on possible injuries.

    Drivers should consider an alternate route.

    © 2025 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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