Auckland Ferry Building evacuated as fire and smoke force passengers out during firefighters’ strike
Smoke could be seen wafting out of a window from an upper floor earlier, the staff member said.…
Second major blaze in Onehunga, police treating blaze in commercial premises as ‘suspicious’
Firefighters were first called to the fire at 2.14am. They arrived to find the upper floor of a…
Fire and Emergency NZ say fuel vapour explosion caused hillside house fire near Eskdale
Nesbit said Fire and Emergency initially responded with one fire truck, which was soon upgraded and another truck…
Landfill blaze: 28 firefighters respond to Tirohia Landfill and Energy Park fire
The neighbouring school, Tirohia School, told the Herald they were informed of the fire but were not required…
Hillside house fire in Hawke’s Bay: Rescue hospital flying one person with critical injuries to Wellington Hospital
One patient was assessed at the scene and was being transported to Wellington Hospital in a critical condition…
Fire crews contain large fire at Taupo-nui-a-Tia College, multiple crews respond to blaze
“Nearby residents who may be affected by the smoke should close windows and doors,” it said. Crews from…
Fire in Napier school shed treated as suspicious
The spokeswoman said the fire was contained to the shed. Police have been notified and are making enquiries…
Crews work to free person after truck and trailer crash closes South Auckland road
Fire and Emergency shift manager Josh Pennefather told the Herald one person was trapped and crews were working…
Black Caps v Afghanistan result: Tim Seifert heroics fire New Zealand to victory in T20 World Cup opener
While attention was focused firmly on Seifert’s opening partner Finn Allen, New Zealand’s wicketkeeper showed incredible composure in…
Fire and Emergency NZ warns of public risk as 18 calls received during strike
She said union threats to escalate to twice-weekly strikes was not bargaining in good faith. Fire and Emergency…
Fiordland Lodge fire: Guests evacuated after large overnight blaze at luxury accommodation
He described the fire as complicated to tackle because of the building’s design and roof construction. Co-owner of…
Fiordland Lodge fire: Guests evacuated after large overnight blaze at luxury accommodation
He described the fire as complicated to tackle because of the building’s design and roof construction. Co-owner of…