A person is in a critical condition after a two-vehicle crash north of Timaru late this afternoon.
Police said said they were alerted to the crash, on State Highway 1 near Temuka, at 5.40pm.
One person was in a critical condition and was taken to Timaru Hospital.
Waka Kotahi said the highway was closed and detours were in place.
A police spokesperson said motorists were advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
