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Honouring our firefighters on International Firefighters’ Day | Whakanuia Ngā Kaipatuahi

4 May 2023 | Announcements

Today is International Firefighters’ Day, Whakanuia Ngā Kaipatuahi, a day when people around the world recognise and honour the mahi of all firefighters and the

Fire and Emergency prepares for incoming severe weather

3 May 2023 | Emergency Information

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is closely monitoring the weather warnings across the country to inform where it sends additional resources - if they are needed.

Auckland City Station Asbestos Update

2 May 2023 | Announcements

Update on asbestos testing and remediating at Auckland City Fire Station

Open fire season for Marlborough District

18 April 2023 | Fire Season Updates

The restricted fire season in Marlborough has been revoked as of 8.00am 19 April 2023 until further notice.

Open fire season for Mid South Canterbury

12 April 2023 | Fire Season Updates

The restricted fire season in all of the Mid South Canterbury High Country has been revoked.

Paraparaumu tornado update #2

11 April 2023 | Emergency Information

An Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) drone crew will carry out an aerial assessment of damage following the tornado in Paraparaumu this morning. 

Fire and Emergency responds to tornado in Paraparaumu

11 April 2023 | Emergency Information

Fire and Emergency is responding to calls for assistance following a tornado in Paraparaumu this morning.

Tasman tornado update #2

10 April 2023 | Emergency Information

Approximately 50 properties have been impacted by the tornado that hit Tasman on Monday afternoon.