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Ponsonby Automotive was damaged by the fire. Photo: Lucy Xia
A major fire at an automotive shop in the Auckland suburb of Ponsonby has been extinguished.
Acting Assistant Commander Kenton Rusbridge said when crews arrived just before 2pm the fire was well involved.
About 35 firefighters attended the fire, and it was quickly contained according to Rusbridge.
A fire at Ponsonby Automotive on Williamson Avenue sent black smoke into the air. Photo: Jess Andrews
There was no one inside the automotive workshop when fire crews arrived, and everyone has been accounted for said Rusbridge.
Earlier, the fire caused concern due to it’s proximity to a Z petrol station.
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Smoke was seen billowing above Ponsonby. Photo: Supplied
The Domus apartment complex and several nearby businesses were evacuated.
Residents reported hearing explosions and said the air smelt acidic and metallic.
Firecrews from as far away as Otara attended the scene.
Auckland Pet Hospital on nearby Pollen St was also evacuated.
In a post to their Facebook page, staff said “all our animals are safe and have evacuated with us.”- RNZ