Update – road re-opens following fatal crash, Waihola Highway”
Waihola Highway (State Highway 1) between Waihola and Milburn has re-opened following a fatal crash earlier today.
Police wish to thank motorists for their patience while the road was closed.
An investigation into the circumstances of the crash is underway.
UPDATE: 12PM SH1 remains CLOSED between Limeworks Rd and Phosphate Rd. NB detour via Limeworks Rd, Jensen Rd, Fort Hill Rd, Cullen Rd, Berwick Rd, Phosphate Rd and onto SH1. Reverse for SB. Please note that this detour is not suitable for Heavy Vehicles.
UPDATE: 10am. The road remains CLOSED on SH1 Milburn between Limeworks Rd and Phosphate Rd. NB road users detour via Limeworks Rd, Jensen Rd, Fort Hill Rd, Cullen Rd, Berwick Rd, Phosphate Rd then onto SH1. Reverse for SB travellers. Detour is not suitable for heavy vehicles.One person has died following a crash on Waihola Highway (State Highway 1) this morning.The crash involved a truck and a ute and was reported to Police at 6.15am.The driver of the ute passed away at the scene.The road remains closed between Waihola and Milburn.While a diversion is in place, it is only suitable for light vehicles.Motorists are asked to obey the directions of emergency services staff.
