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UPDATE 6:30 PM: State Highway 29 has reopened after an accident near the Kaimai Summit.
A SunLive photographer at the scene says the road is clear, but traffic remains heavy in the area.
Highway contractors are still at the scene of the accident cleaning up the oil residue.
Earlier: Seven people were injured and State Highway 29 is blocked after an accident near the Kaimai Summit tonight.
Police and emergency services were called for the accident near Hunga Road at around 4.30pm.
A spokesperson for St John says one person is seriously injured, four people are in moderate condition and another has suffered minor injuries.
There are four ambulances and two rescue helicopters at the scene of the accident.
Earlier: Motorists are warned to expect delays after an accident on State Highway 29 near Kaimai Summit.
The New Zealand Transport Agency has issued an alert saying that SH29 is blocked.
“Due to an accident near Kaimai Summit, the State Highway is blocked. Motorists are warned to expect delays or avoid the area.”
A police spokesman says they received a report of a collision between a truck and three cars near Hanga Road around 4:30 p.m.
“There are roadblocks affecting both lanes, however officers are trying to clear one lane.”
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Two rescue helicopters are at the scene of the accident. Photo: Supplied.
