Breaking news: Person found dead inside burning caravan in Far North

A body has been found inside a caravan that caught fire this morning in the Far North, police confirm.

Emergency services attended the incident that occurred around 7.30am on Oruru Rd in Peria, east of Kaitaia.

Three fire trucks, police and one ambulance were at the scene.

Northern Fire and Emergency shift manager Josh Pennefather earlier said there were concerns for someone who could be missing.

A police spokesperson said a scene examination was being carried out today.

Police were working together with Fire and Emergency New Zealand investigators to determine the cause of the fire.

"Until those enquiries are completed police are not in a position to comment any further," the spokesperson said.

More to come.