House fire closes section of State Highway One in Manawatū
· RNZA house fire has closed a section of State Highway One in Manawatū on Saturday afternoon.
Emergency services were called to the property southwest of Sanson at about 2.30pm.
Hato Hone St John confirmed it sent two ambulances to the scene, but referred further enquiries to police.
Flames engulfed a home, closing the highway between Phillips Street and Speedy Road.
Motorists were advised to follow diversions.
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