Three people have been injured — one critically — after a two-vehicle crash in Northland's Ahipara this morning.
Police said Kaitaia-Awaroa Rd was closed at the intersection with Tangonge Rd — approximately 30km southwest of Kaitāia — following the two-vehicle crash just before 10am.
"Initial indications are that there are serious injuries," a police spokesperson said.
St John said it sent one manager, two ambulances, and one helicopter.
"Our crews assessed and treated three patients; one in a critical condition and one in a moderate condition were transported to Northland Base hospital, one patient in a minor condition was treated at the scene."
Motorists were advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) said it sent sent two crews from Kaitaia, and one from Ahipara to the scene.
"We are on scene extricating one patient and assisting police," a FENZ spokesperson said.
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