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Waipoua River fire update #8
2 March 2025 | Emergency Information
The Waipoua River fire is now contained, and evacuated whānau will start returning to the Waipoua settlement from this evening.
Waipoua River fire update #7
1 March 2025 | Emergency Information
The Waipoua River fire is now 91 hectares. We have more accurately measured the perimeter, now 5.8 kms. Thermal imaging shows no fire outside the perimeter.
Waipoua River fire update #6
28 February 2025 | Emergency Information
Saturday will be a significant day in the firefighting efforts at the Waipoua River fire.
Total fire ban for parts of Te Tai Tokerau Northland
28 February 2025 | Fire Season Updates
Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited fire season for parts of Te Tai Tokerau Northland.
Waipoua River fire update #5
28 February 2025 | Emergency Information
There were no significant flareups at the Waipoua River fire overnight.
Waipoua River fire update #4
27 February 2025 | Emergency Information
The fire at Waipoua River remains 50 percent contained. The fire is still 96 hectares with a 4.5-kilometre perimeter.
Waipoua River fire update #3
27 February 2025 | Emergency Information
The fire at Waipoua River remains uncontained, although crews have made good progress on Thursday.
Waipoua River fire update #2
27 February 2025 | Emergency Information
Second update on Waipoua River fire in Northland.