Two-vehicle crash near Taupō causes delays, serious injuries reported

The crash is on Western Bay Rd, State Highway 32 on the western side of Lake Taupō. Photo / File

Two people have been injured, one seriously, in a two-vehicle crash near Taupō.

Police said the crash on Western Bay Rd, State Highway 32 was reported shortly before midday.

It has blocked the road at Waihaha on the western side of Lake Taupō.

A diversion is expected at Whangamata Rd but motorists are asked to expect delays.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said one ambulance, one helicopter, one rapid response unit and one operations manager went to the crash.

“One patient, in a serious condition, was airlifted to Waikato Hospital.

“One additional patient, in a moderate condition, was transported by ambulance to Rotorua Hospital.”