Truck Overturned - SH3, Manawatu Gorge

Police and other services are on way to reports of a truck that has over turned in the Manawatu Gorge.

This is on the Woodville side of the Gorge.

Will update when more information comes to hand.

New Zealand Police Alert 4:20pm 27 Aug 2008 Central

Location of incident: SH 3 Manawatu Gorge

Incident type: Truck Overturned

Police advise that the Manawatu Gorge is closed at the Woodville end and at SH 57/SH 3 due to a truck overturned. Motorists are advised that an alternate route of Pahiatua Track and Saddle are available. It is expected that the road closure will be in place for approximately 2 hours.