Multiple structures have been destroyed by fire as firefighters battle a blaze in Canterbury’s Selwyn district on Tuesday.<\/p>\n
Crews were called to the fire burning in trees at a property near Darfield at 10am, sending up thick, black smoke.<\/p>\n
A helicopter was also called in to help the 13 crews on the ground from Darfield, Kirwee, Sheffield, Hororata, Dunsandle, Rolleston, Cust , Coalgate and Christchurch stations.<\/p>\n
Three structures have been lost to fire, Fire and Emergency New Zealand said.<\/p>\n
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Canterbury Plains Contracting director Dean Jenkins told RNZ explosions could be heard when the fire broke out at the corner of Bleak House and Redmonds Roads.<\/p>\n
He said the property owner was known for recycling old fridges and other appliances.<\/p>\n
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In a social media post, the Darfield Volunteer Fire Brigade said it was attending a large fire near Old West Coast Road.<\/p>\n
“Please stay clear of the area so our crews can work, if you are down wind please close your windows to avoid the smoke,” the brigade said.<\/p>\n
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