Serious truck crash on State Highway 35 in Opotiki area, emergency services responding

The incident is believed to have taken place near the Opotiki area. Photo / File

Emergency services are responding to a serious truck crash on State Highway 35 in the Bay of Plenty near Opotiki this afternoon.

There is limited information available at this time but a police spokeswoman confirmed they were following up reports of a serious crash.

NZ Transport Agency is reporting the crash took place north of Houpoto and the Motu River, northeast of Opotiki.

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The road hasn't been closed, however, a stop-go operation is in place. Motorists are being told to expect delays or avoid the area if possible.

A St John spokeswoman said two ambulances were sent to the scene.

Neither the police nor St John could comment if anyone was injured in the crash.

SH35 OMAIO - SERIOUS CRASH - 3.20PM
Due to a serious crash just south of Omaio a stop/go is in place. Please pass the incident with care and be prepared for some delays. https://t.co/wO1I6AS5Ni. ^MF pic.twitter.com/mst4QpNxZO

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Waikato/BoP (@WakaKotahiWaiBP) April 16, 2019