New ZealandMarlborough resident dies after falling into coal fireEmergency services were called to the scene around 3.45pm.11 Dec 03:15 AM
New ZealandPerson dies in Christchurch house fireThree roads in the area are cordoned off while firefighters work to contain the blaze. 11 Dec 02:19 AM
New ZealandShowgirls ablaze: Auckland strip club catches fire, streets closedA fire has broken out on the second storey of the building in busy downtown Auckland.11 Dec 12:15 AM
New ZealandWellington cafe fire prompts overnight evacuation of residentsSeven fire trucks battle blaze at Beach Babylon; cause under investigation.10 Dec 08:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Burning start to summer a taste of what's to comeOPINION: Fires loom over our summer months as the world warms, climate scientists say.10 Dec 04:00 PM
New ZealandCanterbury fire cause found: investigators team up with policeFire investigators probe Bridge Hill fire, now controlled after burning 1000ha.09 Dec 11:38 PM
New ZealandSerious crashes on SH5 at Whakarewarewa, south of Rotorua and SH1 north of TokoroEmergency services have responded to a serious crash on SH5 at Whakarewarewa, south of Rotorua, and a second crash on SH1 north of Tokoroa. Video / Maryana Garcia / Ben FraserWatch09 Dec 08:19 AM
New ZealandEvacuating with 14 horses: One Canterbury family's wildfire fears'Not our first evacuation, won't be our last.'09 Dec 03:58 AM
New ZealandPolice investigate if students on camp may have started large Canterbury fireCamps filled with pupils were evacuated soon after the fire broke out.09 Dec 12:23 AM
New ZealandNew wind threat: Wild fire contained but crews prepare for 80km/h winds to hitFirefighters say the priority is to secure the fire's perimeter before the wind picks up. 08 Dec 11:20 PM
New ZealandFirefighters strengthen the perimeter of West Melton fireFirefighters supported by four helicopters strengthen the perimeter of the West Melton fire ahead of strong northwest winds forecast to develop later today. Video / Katie OliverWatch08 Dec 10:28 PM
New ZealandLarge fire in West Melton and Syria celebrates end of Assad regime | NZ Herald News UpdateFire crews battle to contain a large fire in Canterbury's West Melton overnight and Syria celebrates the end of the Assad family's 50-year regime. Video / NZ HeraldWatch08 Dec 06:31 PM
New ZealandTwo large fires break out – flames visible over Auckland, evacuations in CanterburyFire and Emergency says a caravan park is being evacuated tonight in West Melton.08 Dec 10:38 AM
New ZealandNorthland and other regions at high risk for wildfiresHigh fire risk in Northland: 'Avoid lighting fires' as winds worsen dry conditions.08 Dec 01:55 AM
New Zealand'Perfect storm': Spike in fire risk sparks prohibited season'We’re trying to avert the possibility of catastrophic wildfires in Hawke’s Bay.'07 Dec 09:20 PM
New ZealandLarge Canterbury fire expected to be contained SaturdayThe fire closed State Highway 73, burning through more than 1000ha at Bridge Hill.07 Dec 04:09 AM
New ZealandNZ faces ‘extreme fire risk’ as temperatures rise across countryUV levels are also extreme while strong winds predicted to gust up to 150km/h.06 Dec 05:37 PM
New ZealandCanterbury Bridge Hill blaze doubles in size, destroys lodge, still not under controlThe fire has spread to 980ha and is still not contained.06 Dec 03:45 AM
New Zealand'Hot spots': Fire crews monitoring Welcome Bay scrub fireThe fire started at the top of Waikite Rd on Wednesday; the area remains off-limits.05 Dec 10:50 PM
New Zealand'Good neighbours and smoke alarms save lives': 85-year-old Hastings man rescued from flash firePeter Murton will keep cooking his sweetcorn fritters, despite the painful experience.05 Dec 05:00 PM
New ZealandResidents urged to evacuate amid fears huge fire could reach township overnightCrews are working to contain a 'rash' of fires across the South Island. 05 Dec 06:27 AM
New ZealandNapier pushes 34C in early-summer sizzlerTemperatures came on a day with a strong wind watch in place for all of Hawke’s Bay.05 Dec 03:32 AM
New ZealandBridge Hill fire in Canterbury gives a sense of the scale of the blazeCanterbury Fire and Emergency has reported the fire, which is about 140 hectares in size, is near Bridge Hill, Canterbury. Video / Canterbury Fire and EmergencyWatch05 Dec 12:46 AM
New ZealandRāhui put on BoP swimming hole after deathEmergency services were called to the scene about 6.15pm.04 Dec 06:59 PM
New ZealandEmergency services race to water-related incident near Bay of Plenty swimming holePolice said further information would be released when they're in a position to do so.04 Dec 07:14 AM
New ZealandHelicopters called in to assist with bush fire in Upper HuttMore than 10 fire trucks are fighting the blaze.04 Dec 03:24 AM
New ZealandHelicopter battles Welcome Bay fire in TaurangaA helicopter and monsoon bucket, along with multiple fire crews, are fighting a scrub fire in Welcome Bay. Video / Sonya BatesonWatch04 Dec 02:54 AM
New ZealandSparks cause 10-hour fire battle in east coast forestFirefighters were tied up for 10 hours dealing with fire in young pines in a forest.04 Dec 01:00 AM
New ZealandSummer's first heat alerts issued as temperatures head for 30CMetService has issued heat alerts for known hotspots, with warm nights keeping temps high.04 Dec 12:18 AM
New ZealandHastings home’s near miss after blaze: Open fire ban for twin citiesA prohibited fire season notice is now in place.03 Dec 10:23 PM
New Zealand15 fire crews contain grass fire threatening Hawke's Bay homeFire crews remain at the scene of the blaze dampening down hotspots.03 Dec 06:52 AM
New ZealandSignificant boost for Gisborne firefighting addressing staffing challengeFirefighting in Gisborne is set to get a significant boost.03 Dec 03:00 AM
New ZealandOutdoor fire restrictions amid vegetation fire surgeThere have been 69 vegetation fires in the last month.02 Dec 08:30 PM
New Zealand'Heartbreaking': Second Bay of Plenty horse death linked to fireworks'My emotions are pretty up and down at the moment ... I'm trying to deal with it.'01 Dec 05:33 PM
