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Serious crash near Dunlop Rd, Waiotahe

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Three ambulances and helicopters attended a serious crash on State Highway 2 near Dunlop Rd, Waiotahe.

Three ambulances and helicopters attended a serious crash on State Highway 2 near Dunlop Rd, Waiotahe.

The Serious Crash Unit has responded to a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 2, in which five people were reported injured.

The highway has been blocked near Dunlop Rd, Waiotahe, Ōpōtiki District, with diversions in place, according to a police spokesman.

According to a Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson, three fire trucks have been dispatched to the location.

“We are assisting Police and Ambulance at the scene.”

Three ambulances and helicopters, along with a rapid response unit, one transfer vehicle, and one manager, attended the crash, according to a spokeswoman from Hato Hone St John.

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“Initial indications suggest five patients are being assessed and treated,” the spokeswoman said.

Patient statuses and transport details to come.

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