WELLINGTON, July 20 (Xinhua) -- Police was responding to a "serious" gun incident in Auckland, a city in New Zealand's North Island, Auckland Mayor Wayne Brown said on Thursday.
There were injuries to members of the public and a police officer, Brown said.
Eight gunshots were heard, according to witnesses.
Armed police have contained the incident to a building under construction, and connecting streets have been cordoned off.
The public was asked to stay indoors.
Brown said all FIFA personnel and international football teams were safe.
Thursday marked the beginning of the month-long FIFA Women's World Cup 2023, which is being co-hosted by New Zealand and Australia. New Zealand women's national football team will face Norway at the opening match at Auckland's Eden Park later on Thursday. ■