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Fireworks and sky lanterns banned in Wellington District

9 February 2024 | Fire Season Updates

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is banning the use of fireworks and sky lanterns for the Wellington District, including the Wairarapa, until further notice.

Onehunga Fire Update #5

8 February 2024 | Emergency Information

Fire and Emergency crews are making good progress at the scene of an industrial fire in Onehunga.

Lee Valley Fire Update #7

8 February 2024 | Announcements

The fire at Lee Valley is expected to be fully contained by the end of tomorrow, although it will take longer to put out.

Lee Valley Update #6

8 February 2024 | Announcements

Firefighters, helicopters and heavy machinery operators are continuing efforts to contain the Lee Valley fire and bring it under control.

Onehunga Fire Update # 4

8 February 2024 | Announcements

Onehunga timber and waste fire update #4 Crews continue to work at the fire ground today

Lee Valley Fire Update #5

8 February 2024 | Announcements

The Lee Valley fire is not yet controlled or contained, but there has been no reported damage to property overnight, aside from the forest itself.

Lee Valley Fire Update #4

7 February 2024 | Announcements

Firefighting has paused overnight at Lee Valley, but heavy machinery operators will be working through the night to cut firebreaks.

Onehunga fire update #3

7 February 2024 | Emergency Information

Firefighters will continue operations overnight at the scene of the large timber and waste fire in Onehunga.