State Highway 7 near Balmoral in the Hurunui District was closed following the crash (file photo). Photo: RNZ / Tim Brown
Horses are being looked over by a vet after a serious crash involving a horse float closed part of a highway in North Canterbury.
Police said State Highway 7 near Balmoral in the Hurunui District was closed following the crash between two vehicles.
The crash occurred around 1.30pm and left one person seriously injured.
A horse float was involved and horses were being assessed by a vet, police said.
Motorists were asked to avoid the area and expect delays.