Trailer flips after crash on SH 2 in Wellington near Horokiwi, blocking southbound lanes

Emergency services were called to the scene near Horokiwi this morning. Photo / File

A trailer flipped on State Highway 2 near Horokiwi in Wellington this morning.

Both southbound lanes were blocked following a two-vehicle crash, but have since re-opened.

Emergency services were called to the scene at about 11.25am.

There were no reported injuries, but one of the vehicles was towing a trailer, which flipped.

The crash has now been cleared, but traffic is still reported as being heavy in the area.

Police thanked motorists for their patience while emergency services worked to clear the scene.

SH2 PETONE TO NGAURANGA, SOUTHBOUND - CRASH - 11:30AM
Due to a crash, both southbound lanes are BLOCKED just south of Petone on-ramp. Traffic is building quickly, please expect significant delays and consider delaying your journey if possible. ^EH pic.twitter.com/JGNvWP5Mig

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Wellington (@WakaKotahiWgtn) April 12, 2021