A person with serious injuries has been taken to Whanganui Hospital after a crash involving a truck and another vehicle on State Highway 4 at Upokongaro near Whanganui.
A police spokeswoman said the two-vehicle crash was reported to police about 12.50pm on Monday.
There were reports of injuries, she said.
“Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible and expect delays.”
A Hato Hone St John spokeswoman said they responded with one ambulance, an rapid response vehicle and an operations manager. One patient in a serious condition had been treated and taken to Whanganui Hospital.