Firefighters at scene of large blaze in Ōtāhuhu

Photo: RNZ / Samuel Rillstone

A large fire at a factory in the Auckland suburb of Ōtāhuhu has now been contained.

Firefighters were called to the building on McGee Street about 3.20pm on Friday and found it well ablaze.

Fifteen trucks and two support vehicles were battling the blaze at its peak, and are still on site dampening down hotspots.

Residents in the area are advised to keep their windows and doors closed.

Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use any signposted diversions to allow emergency services access to reach the site.

Train services were suspended between Middlemore and Ōtāhuhu because of the fire, which was very close to railway lines. Commuters should check with Auckland Transport about the status of services.

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