Major two-car crash in Central Otago, roads closed

Emergency organizations are responding to a serious crash by the South Island. Photo / Doc

Emergency firms are responding to a serious crash as Central Otago that has left one you use victim critically injured.

The two-car crash was likely reported just after 5pm, a cop spokesperson said.

The collision happened on Ireland St, State Highway 8, all over Roxburgh.

The quit has left two people injured, with someone in critical condition and nevertheless another in moderate condition, police said.

The road is definitely closed and diversions are in space at the intersections of SH8 and also Jedburgh St, and SH8 and consequently Millers Flat Bridge Rd.

Motorists are invited to avoid the area if possible, the talker said.

The most important benefit Crash Unit will attend some scene.

Campfire and Emergency New Zealand speaker Mau Barbara told Stuff few crews from Roxburgh and Millers Flat attended the crash arena.

A saving helicopter was initially called from Dunedin but was stood down shortly after.

Requests for further thought were referred to police.