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Wildfire risk remains high in parts of rural Canterbury

While much of the South Island is on alert for flooding, Fire and Emergency is reminding Cantabrians that parts of their region are still at risk from wildfires and urging people in rural areas to stay vigilant.

Total fire ban for Otago District Central Zone

There is a total fire ban in Otago District Central Zone from 8am this morning (Friday 18 December).

Final update - Kirwee fire

Firefighters expect to have the fire at Kirwee extinguished this afternoon, with the plan to hand the site back to the landowners when this milestone is achieved.

Hawke’s Bay fireworks ban extended until end of April

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is extending its ban on fireworks and sky lanterns in Hawke’s Bay until Wednesday 30 April, 2025.

Fire crews called to 21 avoidable vegetation fires in Southland

Fire crews have been called out to 21 vegetation fires around Southland in the last two months and with conditions drying out rapidly as we move into summer, the risk is rising.

When Wildfire Threatens

Fire permits in Nelson/Tasman suspended during hot weather

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 48 hour suspension, effective immediately says Principal Rural Fire Officer Ian Reade.

High fire danger forecast for next week

Fire and Emergency is urging the public to be cautious next week with high and extreme fire danger expected for many areas.