Five people have been injured – one critically – following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 2 south of Waihī.
Emergency services, including six ambulances and two helicopters, were called to the crash near Tauranga Rd around 5.40pm.
One person was critically injured in the collision.
Another person is in a serious condition, while three others sustained moderate injuries.
Two people were airlifted to Waikato Hospital, while three others were taken by ambulance to Tauranga Hospital.
A St John spokesperson said nine vehicles responded to the incident, including five ambulances, two rapid response vehicles, and two operations managers.
The serious crash unit has been advised.
Part of SH2 is blocked and diversions are in place at the intersections of SH2, Trig Rd South, and Waihi Beach Rd.
“This section of SH2 is likely to remain closed for some time today. Delay your journey or allow extra time for a detour,” the New Zealand Transport Agency said.
