Rakaia Bridge road re-opened after crash

The road has re-opened after a crash that blocked State Highway 1 on the Rakaia Bridge this afternoon.

In an update just after 3pm today police confirmed the road had re-opened, although said traffic remained heavy in the area and delays were to be expected.

Police earlier said they were called to a two-vehicle crash, involving a car and truck, about 12.40pm.

There were no injuries reported.

In an update at 1.45pm NZTA said traffic was moving using a Stop/Go system.

- Allied Media