State Highway 2 in Te Hauke blocked after ute collides with portaloo; faecal matter covers road

A major highway in Hastings has been partially blocked after a two-vehicle crash involving a portaloo this afternoon.

Police responded to reports of a crash on State Highway 2 in Te Hauke near Burma Road at about 3.40pm.

The portaloo was being carried by a truck when it fell off and was struck by a ute.

No injuries have been reported.

“The road is partially blocked while it’s being cleared,” police said.

It is understood the road has been covered in faecal matter, and the stench is terrible.

Police warned motorists to expect delays and take an alternate route.