Emergency services were alerted to the crash in Canterbury about 6pm. Photo: George Heard via NZ HeraldTwo people have been taken to Christchurch Hospital after serious crash involving a truck and car in the Selwyn District. Emergency services were called after the collision at the intersection of Main Rakaia Rd and Northbank Rd in Southbridge about 6pm today. One person was flown by rescue helicopter to hospital with serious injuries, while another person suffered moderate injuries and was transported in an ambulance. Police said the road was closed and diversions were in place.

Source: Otago Daily Times February 18, 2021 05:37 UTC