House engulfed by fire in South Auckland, neighbouring property in danger

Witness describes flames 3m high on the quiet cul-de-sac as pungent smoke filled the air.

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UpdatedNZ Herald12 Jun, 2026 01:16 AM2 mins to readCrews are battling a house fire Finlay Place in South Auckland. Photo / Jason DordayCrews are battling a house fire Finlay Place in South Auckland. Photo / Jason DordayA house has been engulfed by flames on a South Auckland street, sending smoke billowing through parts of Ōtara.Five fire crews are battling the blaze on Finlay Pl, a small residential cul-de-sac.

A Fire and Emergency shift manager told the Herald they received multiple calls of a house fire

House engulfed by fire in South Auckland, neighbouring property in danger

House engulfed by fire in South Auckland, neighbouring property in danger

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