SH2 reopens after truck crash near Takapau in Central Hawke’s Bay

A truck that rolled near Takapau has closed one lane of SH2 traffic. Photo / Rachel Wise

State Highway 2 near Takapau has reopened following an accident involving two trucks on Wednesday.

One truck rolled following the incident about 10.35am, with another truck thought to have been involved.

A rescue helicopter was called to the scene but had since returned to base as injuries were thought to be moderate only.

Road conditions at the time were described as wet and windy.

Meanwhile, emergency crews had also attended a crash near Clive on Wednesday morning.

A police spokeswoman said police received reports of a “sudden death” incident on Valerie St, off Mill Rd, about 9.45am.

A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson said a car had hit a tree and firefighters were providing scene protection.