A serious crash has left SH2 between Wairoa and Whakaki closed. Image / Google Maps
A serious crash has left SH2 between Wairoa and Whakaki closed. Image / Google Maps
Motorists are being warned to expect major delays travelling in northern Hawke's Bay after a serious crash closed State Highway 2.
The New Zealand Transport Agency said the main highway between Wairoa and Whakaki was closed following the accident which happened in the early hours of this morning.
SH2 WAIROA, HAWKE'S BAY - SERIOUS CRASH - 6:20AM Due to a serious crash, the road remains CLOSED between Wairoa and Whakaki on SH2, detour via Frasertown Rd. Please avoid the area if possible or allow extra time for your journey. ^AP pic.twitter.com/PCxmrL87pr
— Waka Kotahi NZTA Central North Island (@WakaKotahiCNI) June 23, 2020
Diversions werein place around Frasertown Rd.
Motorists were warned to expect an extra hour on travelling time.