One person injured in Kumeū explosion; Hazmat vehicle at the scene

Four fire engines and a Hazmat vehicle are at the scene. Photo / File

One person has been burnt in an explosion in the West Auckland suburb of Kumeū.

The Fire Service said it was called at 7.48pm after the explosion in "an industrial/accommodation unit" in Loft Place, Kumeū.

One person has been burnt and an ambulance is attending.

Four fire engines and a Hazmat vehicle are at the scene.

The cause of the explosion is not yet known.

A police spokesperson said one person has sustained "moderate injuries".

"Inquiries are ongoing to establish the circumstances. No other updates available."