Auckland trains suspended
Auckland's train network is down and no trains are currently operating. Warnings are in place due to possible toxic smoke after a recent fire.
What you need to know:
- A large fire which broke out in the Auckland suburb of Favona overnight has been contained.
- Fire is causing a large plume of toxic smoke and South Auckland residents were advised to close all windows and doors and wear a mask as a precaution. The wind has now changed and Greenlane, Ellerslie, Mt Wellington and Penrose are also affected.
- King's College in Ōtāhuhu is closed today due to the smoke.
- Auckland’s train network is completely down with KiwiRail asked to evacuate its control centre.
You can keep up to date with the status of the trains on the Auckland Transport website.
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