Motorists are advised that a slip has blocked SH2, at Waimana Gorge, in the Bay of Plenty District and the road is currently closed.

'The Pekatahi Bridge also remains closed,” says a statement from police.

'Motorists should allow extra time to travel in this area. Signage advising motorists of the slip is in place and drivers are advised the detour route is via Whakatane and Ohope.”

For more information go to: http://www.nzta.govt.nz/traffic/