Five people have been injured, one critically and three seriously, following a crash on State Highway 30 in Waikato.
Emergency services were alerted to the two-vehicle smash near Kopaki about 6.55pm.
A Hato Hone St John spokesman confirmed they were still responding to the incident shortly after 8pm, with two ambulances, a rapid response vehicle and a helicopter in attendance.
A further two helicopters and an operations manager were also en route.
The spokesman said five people had suffered injuries – one critical, three serious and one moderate.
A police spokesperson said SH30 had been closed between Kopaki and Maraekowhai.
“Motorists are advised to follow diversions and expect delays,” police said.
It comes after a person was airlifted to hospital last night following a crash on SH39 in Waikato involving three cars and a truck.
The four-vehicle collision was reported to emergency services about 9.45pm and blocked Ormsby Rd, between Parihoro and Cannon Rds, Tihiroa.
“Initial indications suggest one person has critical injuries and will be airlifted to hospital, while another person has moderate injuries,” police said last night.
The road was closed for some time as the Serious Crash Unit responded.
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