Photo: RNZ / Marika Khabazi
This story was updated because it originally referred to the crash area being in the Tasman district.
A truck has blocked part of State Highway 1 on the east coast of the South Island near Hundalee in the Hurunui district this afternoon.
A truck's trailer unit rolled over between Birches and Hundalee roads, blocking the road.
SH1 HUNDALEE, CANTERBURY – TRUCK ROLL – 3:30PM, SUN 11 FEB
— Waka Kotahi NZTA Canterbury & West Coast (@WakaKotahiCWC) February 11, 2024
A truck roll has been reported on SH1 south of Oaro. Delays are likely. Further information will be provided as we receive this. ^CS pic.twitter.com/131VLE4cwV
There are no reports of injuries.
Emergency services were notified about 2.50pm.
Diversions are being put in place, however, police are warning motorists to expect delays.
