Two people were killed and two others critically injured in a two-vehicle crash on Rodda Rd, Rangiriri in the Waikato District this afternoon.
Two choppers, four ambulances and two rapid response vehicles were sent to the crash scene which occurred about 4.10pm.
Meanwhile, one person has died and another wasseriously injured after a major car accident in Tirau on State Highway 1.
A police spokesperson said they were called to the incident at 3.12pm.
Waka Kotahi NZTA confirmed the highway was closed and would likely remain so with diversions in place until tomorrow morning due to a "significant" chemical spill.
Diversions are in place and motorists are being asked to avoid both areas.
UPDATE 5:00PM SH1 remains CLOSED with a Serious Crash Unit now on scene and is likely to remain closed until tomorrow morning due to a significant chemical spill. Continue to follow the detour in place. The next update will be provided at 7pm. ^LB https://t.co/aZ6EyYHMmQ
