State Highway 79 in South Canterbury has reopened following a crash this afternoon. Road users are asked to take care driving through this area, just south of Geraldine, as crews are still dealing with powerlines in a closed off area at the roadside. 

4.20pm – SH79 closed by crash

State Highway 79/Geraldine-Fairlie Highway in South Canterbury is closed after a crash involving powerlines this afternoon. Emergency services are attending the crash near the intersection with Kennedy Street, just south of Geraldine. Road users are urged to delay their travel in the area or to use an alternative route. If coming across the crash site, people should follow the traffic directions provided onsite.