State Highway 1 near Putāruru, South Waikato is blocked following a vehicle crash.

Emergency services are at the scene of a two-vehicle crash on SH 1, between Tokoroa and Putāruru.

"Motorists are advised to take alternative routes due to a blockage on State Highway 1, between Tokoroa and Putāruru, following a crash this afternoon," police said.

The crash has closed State Highway 1 between Taupo St and Domain Rd near Putāruru. Image / Google Maps

Police were alerted to the two-vehicle crash between Taupo Street and Domain Road, at around 2.50pm.

"Indications are people have received moderate to serious injuries."

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