Two-car crash in Christchurch

The crash happened on Main South Rd at bout 12.20pm on Tuesday. Photo / George Heard

A person has been seriously injured after a two-car crash in Hornby, Christchurch.

Emergency services are responding to the crash on Main South Rd at about 12.20pm on Tuesday.

A St John spokesperson said one person has been transported to Christchurch Hospital in a serious condition.

A Fire and Emergency NZ spokeswoman said two crews from Ilam and Wigram are attending.

The crash happened on Main South Rd at bout 12.20pm on Tuesday. Photo / George Heard

Fire crews are assisting ambulance and police and nobody is reported to be trapped.

It appears a car has left the road narrowly missing a nearby business.

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A police spokesperson said the road is down to one lane and there are significant delays.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible.