State Highway 2 at Kopuku Rd, Maramarua remains closed in both directions following a serious crash.
Emergency services were called just before 2.30pm to a collision involving two vehicles, one of them towing a trailer.
The drivers of both vehicles have been taken to hospital. One person is critical, the other has serious to moderate injuries.
The Serious Crash Unit is at the scene.
Local diversions are in place and motorists should expect delays.
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