A train and a rubbish truck collided near Taranaki’s Stratford, resulting in a severe injury to one person.
The collision occurred at the State Highway 3 and Radnor Rd intersection around 6.45 am.
The train driver was shaken but uninjured and is receiving support. The line will remain closed until police clear it to reopen.
The New Zealand Transport Agency closed a stretch of State Highway 3 between Radnor Rd and Lombard St, implemented a detour, and advised motorists to expect delays.
A serious-conditioning person was taken to Taranaki Base Hospital by ambulance.
Stratford is about a 40-minute drive from New Plymouth.
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