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Port Hills and Wairaki Valley Fire Update
21 February 2024 | Announcements
Firefighters made solid progress today on both of the major wildfires in Canterbury - the Port Hills and Wairaki Valley
Port Hills Update #17
18 February 2024 | Announcements
Firefighters have eliminated half of the hotspots on the Port Hills that were identified by thermal imaging last night and early this morning.
Port Hills Fire Update #16
18 February 2024 | Announcements
Overnight drone flights across the Port Hills fireground have identified hotspots that ground crews will be targeting in today’s firefighting operations.
Port Hills Update #15
17 February 2024 | Announcements
The Port Hills fire has been contained within a 24km perimeter and firefighters are strengthening containment lines before strong winds arrive.
Port Hills Update #10
16 February 2024 | Announcements
Fresh crews of firefighters working on the Port Hills this morning, supported by 15 helicopters and two fixed-wing aircraft as well as heavy machinery.
Fire Plans Public Consultation Now Open
15 February 2024 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency has opened public consultation on a review of its Fire Plans
Ceremony to commemorate Muriwai firefighters
13 February 2024 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency New Zealand today commemorated the Muriwai Volunteer Firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty in February 2023.
Celebrate without fireworks this Lunar New Year
10 February 2024 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging people to be extra cautious during their Lunar New Year celebrations this weekend.