Quiet season for fires, FENZ urges caution with burn-offs

Fire and Emergency New Zealand reported a “fairly quiet” holiday period across the area, with crews responding to motor vehicle crashes, medical callouts and several small vegetation fires.

“We are starting to see an increase in slash pile burn-offs, so care needs to be taken to ensure these are well managed to reduce the risk of fire spread,” a spokesperson said. FENZ recommends that people seek advice before lighting fires.

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