Firefighters battle blaze at South Auckland industrial site

Firefighters are checking for hotspots after a large blaze at a vehicle parts business in South Auckland.The fire broke out at Euro Car Parts on Great South Road in Manuwera.It sent a thick plume of black smoke into the air and sparked phone alerts from Fire and Emergency and Auckland Council.The smoke from the fire can be seen across South Auckland.NZTAResidents in nearby suburbs are being told to stay inside and close all windows and doors.Others are being warned to avoid going into the area affected by the smoke.It was not yet known what caused the fire.