Traffic was backed up on State Highway 2 near Tauranga this afternoon after a crash between a logging truck and a vehicle.
Police received calls about the crash about 2.45pm.
The incident occurred on Takitimu Drive or State Highway 2 between Elizabeth Rd and the Chapel St off-ramp.
One lane was blocked but there are no reported injuries.
NZTA said eastbound lanes were blocked just east of the Elizabeth St intersection.
"Pass the scene with care and expect delays."
Traffic was also reportedly slow in the westbound lanes.
Fire and Emergency said two crews were called to the scene at 2.45pm. No one was trapped. The crews and police vehicles have left the site.
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