Emergency services have this afternoon responded to a serious incident at a South Auckland petrol station where it is understood someone has suffered critical burn injuries.

Emergency services responded to Caltex Māngere on Savill Drive shortly after 1pm.

A Hato Hone St John spokesperson said two ambulances, one rapid response unit and an operations manager attended.

“One patient, in a critical condition, was transported to Middlemore Hospital.”

Fire and Emergency New Zealand refused to comment on the situation and referred all questions to ambulance personnel.

Police have also been approached for comment.

When the Herald called Caltex Māngere about 2.10pm, an employee confirmed an incident had occurred involving a person who suffered serious burns, but that all emergency services had since left the scene.