Update 11:20 pm: State Highway 2 is now open to one lane following a crash near Timberlea/Brown Owl earlier tonight.
The northbound lane has reopened to traffic, and the southbound lane is expected to reopen shortly.
Lines work remains ongoing and further traffic management may be used overnight.
Drivers can expect ongoing delays and should take extra while driving through the area.
Road users are asked to follow the instructions of contractors on site and obey all traffic management in place.
9.35pm:
State Highway 2 is currently closed near Timberlea/Brown Owl in Upper Hutt following a crash tonight.
The road is closed between Akatarawa Road and Norana Road.
The crash, which was reported around nine pm, has downed a power pole and power lines onto the road.
Local road diversions are in place and drivers must follow the instructions of emergency services at the site.
Delays through the area can be expected until the crash scene is cleared and made safe.
Updates on the highway’s status can be found on the NZTA/Waka Kotahi website.
