Woolworths in Te Awamutu was briefly closed on Tuesday afternoon. Photo: Google maps
Woolworths says its supermarket in Te Awamutu closed briefly on Tuesday afternoon after diesel fumes entered the rear storeroom while the sprinkler system and generator were being tested.
A spokesperson said staff working in the affected area were assessed by ambulance staff and no further treatment was required.
They said no customers were impacted and the store is now trading as usual.
"A full investigation will be conducted to prevent a recurrence of this type of incident. We apologise to customers for the inconvenience and any alarm caused," the spokesperson said.
Fire and Emergency said two trucks attended the callout to the supermarket shortly after 2.30pm and cleared the store for re-opening by 3pm.
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