Four rescue helicopters have rushed to the scene of a two-car crash on the Desert Road that blocked State Highway 1. The Desert Road has since reopened, but due to damage on the road there will be ongoing delays while repairs are made, police said. Emergency services were soon at the scene, including four rescue helicopters, three ambulances, and a first response unit. South of the crash, a diversion is in place at the intersection of SH1 and SH49 at Waiouru. Kylie Brooks tweeted that Desert Road southbound was "incredibly backed up".

Source: New Zealand Herald March 05, 2017 02:52 UTC