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Scrub fire in Northland under control after burning two hectares

March 3, 2019
A Fire and Emergency NZ engine.

A Fire and Emergency NZ engine. (Source: Supplied)

A Fire and Emergency spokesperson has confirmed a scrub fire has burnt two hectares on Oruawharo Rd in Topuni, Kaipara.

Two helicopters are now drawing water from the harbour but appear to have it under control.

Half a dozen fire appliances attended the blaze and are now leaving the scene.

They received the call-out for the fire at 2.30pm


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