Major delays after truck incident near airport

The traffic delays heading towards the airport. Photo / via NZTA

Motorists heading to the Auckland Airport are being warned of delays following a dirt spill this afternoon.

The NZ Transport Agency reported the accident just after 4pm.

The spill is blocking the right lane, south-bound, on George Bolt Memorial Drive after Landing Drive.

All lanes opened about 4.45pm. However, there is heavy congestion heading towards the airport.

Drivers are urged to expect delays or to allow for extra time.

SH20A George Bolt Mem Drive: Dirt spill is blocking right lane southbound to @AKL_Airport after Landing Drive. Expect some delays. ^RL pic.twitter.com/0NyvL5Md6Q

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) August 18, 2017