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Black Jack Fire Update #9
14 January 2025 | Announcements
Firefighters have been digging out hotspots this morning and will switch to patrolling this afternoon as the risk of flare-ups increases.
Fire permits suspended for Te Tai Tokerau Northland this week
14 January 2025 | Fire Season Updates
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has suspended fire permits issued to applicants in the Northland District as of 11am this morning.
Black Jack fire update #8
14 January 2025 | Announcements
Firefighters will target two clusters of hotspots today that were identified by thermal imaging of the Black Jack fireground overnight.
Black Jack Fire Update #6
13 January 2025 | Announcements
Firefighters supported by helicopters are making steady progress strengthening containment lines on the flanks of the Black Jack fire.
Black Jack Fire Update #7
13 January 2025 | Announcements
Drones with thermal imaging equipment will survey the Black Jack fireground tonight to identify deapseated pockets of fire.
Black Jack Fire Update #5
13 January 2025 | Announcements
Four ground crews and three helicopters will be working on the vegetation fire off Black Jack Road on the Coromandel Peninsula today.
Black Jack Road vegetation fire update #4
12 January 2025 | Emergency Information
Crews did a great job on the fire today and it is now contained and under control.
Black Jack Road vegetation fire update #3
12 January 2025 | Emergency Information
While the fire is under control, it is not yet contained. It is hoped the fire will be contained by the end of today.