A section of Auckland’s Southern Motorway has reopened this afternoon after a serious truck, van and car smash caused a five-hour closure.
One person was reported to be critically injured.
Waka Kotahi NZ Transport Agency was advising motorists to avoid the Papakura and Takanini areas. Although lanes are now open, traffic remains heavy in the area.
“Due to the complexity of the crash and the recovery of the vehicles, all northbound lanes are expected to remain closed for the next few hours,” an NZTA spokesperson said earlier.
“There is significant congestion so please delay any travel in the area if you can otherwise expect lengthy delays.”
