Update: 12.38pm: A SunLive reader says two trucks have been moved out of traffic following a collision on the Tauranga Harbour Bridge.
"However the traffic is still congested," says the SunLive reader.
Google Maps shows there is currently a 10-minute delay for motorists using the bridge.
Earlier, 10.52am: Police are responding to a report of a collision involving two trucks on the Tauranga Harbour Bridge.
"Two people are reported to have minor injuries,' says a police spokesperson.
"A heavy haulage tow is on site now to move the vehicles."
Police says traffic management is in place in the interim.
Google Maps are currently showing a 28-minute delay.
Traffic in the area. Google Maps screenshot.
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2 comments
Hauling restrictions
Posted on 22-12-2023 12:20 | By Naysay
Another reason why we need restrictions in place for trucks . Works everywhere else in the world why not here? It's an absolute disaster heavy trucks in the road at peak times.
Industry
Posted on 24-12-2023 09:47 | By olemanriver
Moving trucks off the road to a remote hub then constructing a purpose built train on the estuary to the port would save lives.
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