Source: Radio New Zealand
SH1 is closed in both directions NZTA
The co-owner of a farm near the scene of a crash on State Highway One – north of Levin – says a gas delivery truck and Ambulance have collided.
The road is closed after emergency services were called to the crash on the stretch at Waiterere – near the intersection of Koputaroa Road – shortly before 11am on Friday.
Police say two people have suffered moderate injuries in the crash.
UPDATE 11:25AM
Due to a crash, SH1 is now CLOSED from Koputaroa Rd.
Detour via Koputaroa Rd for both north and southbound traffic.
Please note detour is NOT suitable for heavy vehicles. Northbound detour available via SH57 and Foxton Shannon Rd. Reverse for southbound. ^JP https://t.co/l17Ok2nfhj— NZ Transport Agency – Central North Island (@nztacni) March 5, 2026
Geoff Lewis says the truck is heavily damaged and appears to have lost its front axle in the impact.
He says the area has been closed off due to dangers presented by gas cylinders on the truck.
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