Crash on Auckland Harbour Bridge - drivers warned of delays

The Auckland Harbour Bridge. Photo / file

Emergency services are currently in attendance at a single-vehicle collision on the Auckland Harbour Bridge.

Police were notified at 7:11pm, a spokesperson said.

Motorists have been warned to expect delays if driving towards the bridge tonight.

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Police confirmed to the Herald that one person has been taken to Auckland City Hospital.

More information will be provided when it becomes available.

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In a tweet, NZTA said two left northbound lanes on the bridge were closed due to a "serious crash".

"Please avoid the area or expect delays."

SH1 AKL HBR BRIDGE, NORTHBOUND - CRASH - 7:30PM
Due to a serious crash, the two left northbound lanes on the Akl Hbr Bridge are CLOSED. Please avoid the area or expect delays. ^EW pic.twitter.com/aOAmg8Si2j

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) January 23, 2021

Footage contained in the social media message from NZTA shows traffic on the two inside northbound lanes on the bridge was travelling slowly.