News
- State Highway 6 closed after a serious crash near Gap Road East.
- Two people critically injured and four others sustained minor injuries.
- Diversions in place as motorists advised to avoid the area.
UPDATE: 8:50pm
The road will remains CLOSED and will likely remain so until late tonight as SCU will be attending, and their investigations can take several hours.Southbound traffic detour via Gap Rd West, Winton Substation Rd and Lochiel Bridge Rd. Reverse for northbound. ^EHFor overnight updates check our Journey Planner website, which is updated 24/7, here: journeys.nzta.govt.nz/highway-conditions/southland
State Highway 6, also known as Winton Lorneville Highway, has been closed near Gap Road East following a serious crash.
Detours place:
Serious Crash Unit will be attending. South bound traffic detour via Gap Road West, Winton Substation Road and Lochiel Bridge Road. Reverse for North bound.
The incident, reported at approximately 5:40 pm, involved two vehicles. Emergency services confirmed that two individuals have been critically injured, while four others suffered minor injuries.
The road remains closed, and diversions have been put in place to redirect traffic. Authorities are urging motorists to avoid the area and expect delays while the situation is managed.