Updated 2.15 pm

Person seriously injured in SH1 crash involving truck and car

State Highway 1 has reopened near Dunsandel after a serious crash involving a truck and a car this morning.

Police were called to the two-vehicle crash at the intersection of Breadings and Main South Rds, between North Rakaia Rd and Old South Rd, about 10.50am on Thursday.

One person is reported to have serious injuries.

Hato Hone St John sent two ambulances, a rapid response unit, and a helicopter to the crash scene.

A Fire and Emergency NZ spokesperson said crews from Dunsandel and Rakaia were sent to the "crash involving a truck and a car just before 11am".

NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi advised motorists to expect delays.

SH1 re-opened just after 2pm. Stop/go traffic management and a 30km/h speed restriction are in place.