Firefighters hurt in South Auckland house fire explosion

Fire crews rushed to the scene on Henwood Road in Mangere shortly after 5pm. PHOTO / Google

Two firefighters have minor injuries following an explosion during a house fire in South Auckland.

Fire crews rushed to the house on Henwood Rd in Mangere shortly after 5pm.

While battling the blaze, two firefighters were injured by an explosion near the rear of the property.

Both injured parties were checked over by ambulance staff but required no further medical assistance.

A northern fire communications spokesman said the fire was "very much" contained by around 6.30pm.

Four fire trucks remained at the scene.