Traffic delays on Waikato Expressway after truck rolls near Karāpiro

Traffic delays on Waikato Expressway after truck rolls near Karāpiro

Emergency services respond to the accident at Karapiro Road (File photo).

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Emergency services respond to the accident at Karapiro Road (File photo).

Motorists should be aware of traffic delays along the Waikato Expressway after a truck rolled near Karāpiro.

Emergency services respond to the accident near Karapiro Road after police received reports at 4 p.m.

Two trucks were involved and one was overturned.

“It may take some time before the accident site is cleared and motorists are asked to avoid the area,” said a police spokesman.

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“The initial information at the scene indicates that there are no serious injuries to those involved.”

Waka Kotahi said one lane is open in each direction with emergency services on the scene.

No detour is necessary, but a 25 minute delay can be expected on SH1 through the area.