11.30am UPDATE: SH1 in North Canterbury reopens after truck crash

State Highway 1 between Old Main Road and Nonoti Road has reopened after a truck crash this morning.

The crashed truck that was blocking the highway has been removed, and motorists are urged to drive with care through the area. 

Crash closes SH1 in North Canterbury

A truck crash near Cheviot in North Canterbury has closed State Highway 1 this morning.

The section of highway between Old Main Road and Nonoti Road is closed while the crashed truck is blocking the highway.

Emergency services are at the crash scene, and motorists are urged to use alternative routes or delay their journeys if they can.

A further update will be issued later today.