Emergency crews responding to truck fire on Southern Motorway, Christchurch

The Southern Motorway near Curletts Rd in Christchurch has been closed as emergency services respond to a truck fire.

The incident was reported to Police at 7.42pm and there's no indication of any injury at this stage.

The motorway have been closed as a precautionary measure.

Members of the public are asked to delay travel or avoid the area if possible.

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