Two children have been rushed to Auckland鈥檚 Starship Hospital after a serious crash in Wellsford, north of Auckland.
State Highway 1 (SH1) between SH16 and Davies Rd is closed after the crash this afternoon.
Hato Hone St John said three ambulances, two rapid response vehicles, two operations managers and a helicopter were dispatched about 4.35pm.
鈥淥ne person in a critical condition was airlifted to Starship Hospital, while another in a critical condition was also taken to Starship Hospital,鈥 a spokesperson said.
鈥淥ne person in a serious condition was taken to Auckland City Hospital while one person in a moderate condition was taken to North Shore Hospital.鈥
NZTA Waka Kotahi said northbound traffic could detour via Davies Rd andSH16,southbound drivers should reverse and expect delays.
Police said the Serious Crash Unit had been notified, and the road was closed for a scene examination.
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