Fire crews are working to put out a large fire at a commercial address in Te Awamutu this evening.
Fire and emergency rushed to the scene after several calls reporting a fire on Rickit Rd about 8.45pm, a spokesperson said.
The 50m x 80m commercial address is host to multiple tenancies, according to a spokesperson, including a 24-hour gym.
Seven fire trucks remain on the scene battling the blaze, which has been contained to the area.
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Locals on social media reported seeing a “tonne of smoke” pouring out of the fire with the smell of smoke travelling all around the surrounding area.