Earlier State Highway 6 was closed in both directions near the Todd Bush Road intersection in the Nelson-Tasman region, but one lane has now reopened.
Photo: NZTA
One lane of State Highway 6 north of Nelson has reopened after a crash closed the main route between Nelson and Blenheim or Picton on Tuesday afternoon.
The Transport Agency says traffic is being managed using stop/go traffic lights and there is a temporary speed restriction of 30km/h in place.
Drivers are asked to travel with care through the area until the highway is fully reopened.
Police said they were notified of a serious crash about 2.40pm on Wednesday near the intersection of Todd Bush Road.
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