Source: New Zealand Police (District News)
Motorists are being asked to avoid Peachgrove Road in the vicinity of Southwell School, Hamilton, following a crash overnight.
A truck crashed into a power pole near the intersection with Daisy Street at about 4am, bringing the pole and electricity lines down.
WEL Networks is currently at the scene completing repairs. Daisy Street and the northbound lane on Peachgrove Road will be closed while this work is carried out.
People are asked to avoid the area as there will be delays to traffic while the repairs are carried out.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
