Emergency services at the scene of the crash. Photo: Rawan Saadi
Two rescue helicopters were called to a serious multiple-vehicle crash which has closed a road near Wānaka.
“Initial reports suggest that there are serious injuries,” police said in a statement.
Emergency services received reports of the multiple-vehicle crash on Cardrona Valley Road around 4pm.
Diversions had set up and police were turning traffic around near the crash site about 15 minutes out of Wānaka.
Motorists should delay or avoid travel through the area if possible.
Those planning to head over the Crown Range can drive via SH6 Kawarau Gorge.
– Allied Media