Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
State Highway 2 is closed in Upper Hutt, north of the Akatarawa Road intersection, following a serious crash
Update 2:30 PM:
The Police Serious Crash Unit is attending, and the highway will remain closed while it investigates the incident
The closure is expected to continue until early this evening – Drivers can expect significant delays travelling through the area until the Police investigation is complete and the crash scene is cleared.
Traffic is currently being diverted via Mangaroa Hill Rd, Parkes Line Rd, Maymorn Rd.
Updates on the highway’s status can be found on the Waka Kotahi website.
Highway conditions – Wellington(external link)
The incident, involving multiple vehicles, was reported just before 1:30 this afternoon.
The highway is currently closed while emergency services attend the crash scene
Drivers should avoid the area or delay their travel
