Fire crews responded to a strong smell of petrol at the Woolworths Ponsonby supermarket in Williamson Ave, Grey Lynn. Photo / Oliver RusdenFire crews responded to a strong smell of petrol at the Woolworths Ponsonby supermarket in Williamson Ave, Grey Lynn. Photo / Oliver RusdenA central Auckland carpark has been cleared as a fire and emergency hazmat unit has responded to a strong smell of petrol at a supermarket. One witness said Woolworths Ponsonby “reeked of petrol”, similar to a petrol station but stronger. A queue had formed at the base of the escalator down to the carpark at the store, but “everyone seemed quite relaxed”, the witness said.

Source: New Zealand Herald April 02, 2026 05:08 UTC