Police are attended the scene of a serious three-vehicle crash at the intersection of State Highway 2 and Wairoa Road.
Two people were seriously injured in the crash, which occurred at about 4pm.
Another person has moderate injuries, and a fourth person has minor injuries.
State Highway 2 is completely blocked just west of the Wairoa Bridge.
Diversions are being put in place; however, motorists should avoid the area as the closure will be in place for some time and there will be significant delays.
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Issued by Police Media Centre