Two people have been seriously injured following a two-vehicle crash on State Highway 5, Ngatira.

The road is currently closed and is likely to be for several hours, a police spokesperson says.

'Diversions are being put in place at Tapapa Road and Oturoa Road.

'The crash was reported about 5:30pm.

'Motorists are asked to avoid the area or expect delays.”

SH5 NGATIRE – SERIOUS CRASH - 6:25PM
A serious crash has CLOSED a section of SH5 in Ngatira between Tapap Rd and Oturoa Rd. Detour routes are being set up, please follow directions of emergency services on-site and allow extra time for your journey. ^MF pic.twitter.com/bdEQQQ2tVO

— NZTA Waikato/BoP (@NZTAWaiBoP) March 18, 2020