Source: New Zealand Transport Agency
Drivers travelling between Blenheim and Christchurch must be ready for lengthy delays following a serious crash on State Highway 1 south of Ward this morning.
The two-vehicle crash, which occurred near between Ward and Kekerengu, was reported just after 11 am.
State Highway 1 is currently closed at the crash site, and no local road detours are available.
Drivers travelling on State Highway 1 – Kaikoura to Blenheim – are urged to delay their travel and avoid the area.
The only alternative route is inland via State Highway 7 Lewis Pass and State Highway 63 Wairau Valley. This has significantly longer travel times.
Road users with ferry connections in Picton must factor this closure into their travel plans.
Further updates will be provided when information is available. The highway’s status can also be checked on the NZTA/Waka Kotahi website.
