Traffic stopped on State Highway 1 in Northland after truck catches fire

The incident is taking place on State Highway 1. Photo / Supplied

Traffic on State Highway 1 near Brynderwyn in Northland has ground to a halt after a truck caught fire on the road.

Smoke can be seen billowing into the sky from the truck, with Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews in attendance.

A section of bush above the truck also appears to be on fire.

A member of the public said traffic has stopped in both directions on the road and two fire engines are on site.

The truck is parked on the road and is blocking lanes to the southern end of the Brunderwyn hill, prior to the SH12 turnoff.

Emergency services are on-site and are working to set up detours to avoid the incident, the NZ Transport Agencey reports.

Motorists are being told to expect delays and avoid the area if possible.

SH1 BRYNDERWYN HILL - TRUCK FIRE - 6.00PM
A truck fire is blocking lanes on the southern end of the Brynderwyn just prior to the #SH12 turn-off. Emergency services are on-site & detours will be set up shortly. Expect delays & avoid area if possible. https://t.co/jX1U2aYsen. ^MF pic.twitter.com/fjWABw3Qv5

— Waka Kotahi NZTA Auckland & Northland (@WakaKotahiAkNth) December 11, 2018