A car and caravan have left the road on State Highway 2 causing some traffic delays in the area.

Police say no other vehicles were involved in the incident.

'One person was reported to have minor injuries,” says a police spokesperson.

Police were alerted to the crash at 2pm, with one vehicle and the caravan going off the road on SH2 near Youngson Road in Whakamarama.

Traffic is building in the area. Image: Google Maps.

'Police, fire and ambulance attended,” the police confirm.

An eyewitness says the incident happened near Plummer's Point road.

'The car and caravan have left the road into the steep bank area,” says the witness.

Police say the road is not blocked. However, Tauranga City Council is warning of delays in the area.

The view of the scene. Photo. Tauranga City Council.

'Vehicle recovery will be required.

'Lane closure may take place while this is conducted.

'Expect delays on this route.”

SunLive will continue to monitor this story and update as more information becomes available.

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