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The road is blocked and diversions have been put in place after a crash in Otago (file photo).
Eight people have been injured, two of them seriously, when two vehicles crashed in inland Otago about 4.30pm on Saturday.
Police said the crash between a van and a ute occurred on the Manuka Gorge Highway, about 14km west of Milton.
Four people received minor injuries, two had moderate injuries and two were seriously injured.
“Police urge motorists to be careful on the roads and drive to the conditions,” a police spokesperson said.
The road is blocked while emergency services respond and diversions have been put in place.
The Serious Crash Unit has been advised and inquires are ongoing.
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