State Highway 2 is blocked following a serious crash this afternoon.
Police were called to the single-vehicle crash, where a car has struck a powerpole, west of Number 1 Line around 4:30pm.
Initial indicators are that have been critical injuries.
The Serious Crash Unit has been advised.
Diversions are in place and the road is expected to remain closed for some time while emergency services work at the scene.
Motorists are advised to avoid the area where possible and expect delays.
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Source: NZ Police
