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House fire in Pokeno prompts warning that fire gets real, fast
2 February 2021 | Announcements
A recent house fire in Pokeno, Waikato is a timely reminder of just how fast fire can spread and the importance of having an escape plan.
Prohibited fire season for Western Bay of Plenty
2 February 2021 | Fire Season Updates
The Western Bay of Plenty is now in a prohibited fire season.
Prohibited fire season for Marlborough
26 January 2021 | Fire Season Updates
All of Marlborough, both urban and rural areas, is moving to a prohibited fire season from 0800 on Wednesday 27 January 2021.
Canterbury update: 1.30pm
26 January 2021 | Fire Season Updates
All of Canterbury and much of the upper South Island have suspended all fire permits, with immediate effect.
Fire permits in Nelson/Tasman suspended during hot weather
26 January 2021 | Fire Season Updates
All active fire permits in the Nelson Tasman district with the exception of Nelson Lakes, Murchison, and Golden Bay West have been placed on a 48hr suspension.
Prohibited fire season for Gisborne/Tairawhiti
26 January 2021 | Fire Season Updates
Gisborne/Tairawhiti is now in a prohibited fire season as of 8am Tuesday 26 January 2021.
Hawke's Bay people urged to be vigilant about fire danger
25 January 2021 | Announcements
Hot and windy weather is forecast for Hawke's Bay this week. Fire and Emergency NZ is urging people to be extra vigilant about the risk of scrub fires.
Restricted fire season for Otago District’s Central Zone
20 January 2021 | Fire Season Updates
Otago District Central Zone will move to a restricted fire season effective from 8am Wednesday 20 January.