Source: Radio New Zealand
Hazardous Materials appliances were at the scene and crews were also working to isolate the gas supply to the building (file image). RNZ / Samuel Rillstone
An apartment building in central Wellington has been evacuated due to a gas leak.
Fire crews were called to the two story building on Pirie Street at the base of Mount Victoria at about 3.05pm.
Fire and Emergency duty manager Murray Dunbar said fire crews detected gas in the foyer and stair well of the building and were attempting to locate the source of the leak with gas detecting meters.
Hazardous Materials appliances were at the scene and crews were also working to isolate the gas supply to the building.
There are no reports of injuries at this stage.
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