Large fire burns south of Tauranga, two trucks called

The fire is about 30 long. Photo/file

Firefighters are at the scene of a large vegetation fire south of Tauranga.

The fire is burning a shelter belt on Warner Rd, Oropi. Emergency services were called at 11.55am.

A fire communications spokesman said the fire was about 30m long and two trucks including a tanker were at the scene.

An extra fire truck from Tauranga has been called in to help.

The spokesman said there was no risk to neighbouring properties at this stage.