Large fire breaks out in Massey; black smoke spews across West Auckland
Dozens of residents were outside, with firefighters telling them to move back due to the strong smell. Fire…
Waiheke Island blaze: Firefighters contain Ōmiha house fire
“Looks gnarly,” another said. A Fire and Emergency NZ spokesperson said three fire trucks and a water tanker…
Fire in central Auckland near Z petrol station sends thick black smoke over Ponsonby
The fire was at a building behind a gas station on Williamson Ave, Ponsonby. Photo / Anna Heath…
Plumes of black smoke, cars on fire at Ngongotahā wrecking yard near Rotorua
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Northern Motorway truck fire: Residents woken by ‘explosions’ and smoke after rig bursts into flames
Wainui resident Glen McLean, who lives about 100m from the incident, said he was jolted awake by the…
Fire crews race to Auckland Ferry Terminal after reports of smoke in ferry engine room
The shift manager said the cause of the smoke was a high-pressure diesel line leak. “The leaking diesel…
Parramatta Eels star Isaiah Iongi faces NRL investigation over questionable smoking images on social media
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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.…
Is burnt food really that bad for you? How to avoid the risks
The air outside is crisp — but your meal shouldn’t be. Frigid temps often drive cravings for warm,…
Large fire breaks out in Onehunga, Auckland; residents told to stay inside due to smoke
Police are also on scene and have placed cordons on Onehunga Mall between Arthur and Church Streets. A…
Australian bushfire smoke nears South Island, may redden evening skies
“However, given the [amount] of clouds …. and the fires won’t be as significant as five years ago,…
Mask requirements at Maryland hospitals return amid rising flu cases
Experts warned amid the holiday season that fewer vaccinations and a new influenza variant swarming the region could…