A person has been taken to Tauranga Hospital after a two-vehicle crash on Pyes Pa Rd.

Emergency services were called to the crash near the intersection of Kennedy Rd shortly before midday.

A Fire and Emergency New Zealand spokesperson said crews were alerted to the incident about 11.53am.

“There were no people trapped and firefighters are assisting ambulance and police services.”

One fire truck attended the scene.

Hato Hone St John said it was notified of the crash on Pyes Pa Rd, near Kennedy Rd, at 11.48am and responded with one ambulance.

“One patient was assessed by the crew at the scene and is currently being taken to Tauranga Hospital in a moderate condition,” a spokesperson said.

Police said traffic management is in place.