Crash at Whangārei Heads, road blocked at Tamaterau

Emergency services have responded to a reported crash in Whangārei Heads. Photo / File

A car fire down a steep roadside bank in Whangārei caused a stir in a coastal community today.

The car was believed to have been down a bank near Scott Rd in Tamaterau, Whangārei Heads.

Hato Hone St John said no patients were involved in the incident.

Residents reported online the car was on fire and police were looking for the driver.

Police told the Northern Advocate they were at the scene but were unable to provide any further details as the incident was unfolding.

Firefighters also attended.

Motorists travelling to and from Whangārei Heads were having to journey over Mt Tiger as the road was closed.

However, residents say it has since reopened.

Brodie Stone covers crime and emergency for the Northern Advocate. She has spent most of her life in Whangārei and is passionate about delving into issues that matter to Northlanders and beyond.