# Lyttelton Tunnel Fire Update | Christchurch News

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Podcast: [Christchurch News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/christchurch-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7854780)
Published: 2026-09-16T09:53:34+00:00
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## Resource

Lyttelton Tunnel’s shut down after a small fire in a truck’s exhaust—already extinguished before crews arrived, but officials are still on site ensuring safety. No reopening timeline yet; drivers should find alternate routes while authorities assess the situation. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.chrislynchmedia.com/news-items/lyttelton-tunnel-closed-after-small-truck-fire/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/30223a8b42a62762 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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