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'Serious' injuries in West Coast crash as helicopter dispatched

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NZ Herald,
Publish Date
Mon, 31 Jul 2023, 3:13pm
The collision occurred on State Highway 6 on Lower Buller Gorge Rd. Photo / Google Maps
The collision occurred on State Highway 6 on Lower Buller Gorge Rd. Photo / Google Maps

'Serious' injuries in West Coast crash as helicopter dispatched

Author
NZ Herald,
Publish Date
Mon, 31 Jul 2023, 3:13pm

Police have confirmed they’re responding to a crash on the West Coast where it’s understood there are “serious injuries”.

The collision occurred on State Highway 6 on Lower Buller Gorge Rd.

While emergency services are still assessing the scene, police said the initial indications are there are serious injuries.

A helicopter has also been dispatched to the scene.

It’s understood the road will be closed for some time on State Highway 6 between Heaphys and Meadow Rd.

“Motorists are advised to expect delays and use alternative routes,” a police spokesperson said.

 

 

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