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Smoke reported in Hutt Valley District Court, firefighters respond

June 10, 2023

Smoke has been reported in the Hutt Valley District Court in Lower Hutt.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand told 1News it has deployed five units to the courthouse, including a ladder truck and command unit.

Efforts are underway to identify the source of the smoke.

More to come.

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