A building fire has closed SH1 north of Wellsford in Auckland.
Emergency crews were called to the blaze about 6.45am.
Part of State Highway 1 is cordoned off and police urged motorists to stay clear.
A fire has shut key transport route in Blenheim, with emergency crews at the scene and motorists facing delays.
Diversions are in place and motorists are being warned to expect delays.
The road reopened just after 5.25pm but queues continued to cause delays.
