Titahi Bay Fire

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Helicopters and Firefighters Battle Vegetation Blaze in Titahi Bay

Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) - Firefighters - Helicopters - Titahi Bay

🔥 Vegetation fire in Titahi Bay with helicopters and firefighters fighting to contain the blaze! 🌿 #TitahiBay #Firefighters #Helicopters

In Titahi Bay, Porirua, a vegetation fire broke out on Thursday night, igniting about 10 hectares of land. The Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) quickly responded to the call received just after 11 pm. Multiple fire crews, along with two helicopters equipped with monsoon buckets, are actively fighting the fire to prevent its spread. Residents in Wellington and northern suburbs woke up to the red glow in the sky and the smell of smoke as the firefighters combat the blaze.

Despite the challenging conditions, including windy weather, the firefighting teams have managed to contain the fire but are focusing on eliminating hotspots. The ongoing efforts aim to ensure the safety of the community and prevent any potential threats to nearby homes. Titahi Bay has a history of such incidents, with residents recalling a similar large blaze over a decade ago that impacted more than 100 people.

As the firefighting operations continue in Titahi Bay, the collaboration between firefighters and helicopters showcases the dedication to protecting the environment and inhabitants from the destructive forces of nature. The resilience and expertise displayed by the emergency response teams highlight the importance of preparedness and swift action in dealing with such emergencies.

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Vegetation fire in Titahi Bay on Thursday night (RNZ)

Firefighters say two helicopters will this morning help fight a vegetation fire in Titahi Bay, Porirua which started on Thursday night.

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Firefighters, helicopters battle vegetation fire in Titahi Bay (1 News)

Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) said it received a call just after 11pm last night, with the first crew arriving minutes later. "As at 5.20am Friday ...

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Scrub fire burns through 10ha in Porirua seaside suburb, helicopters joining battle (Stuff.co.nz)

Fire crews continue to fight a scrub fire in the Porirua seaside suburb of Titahi Bay on Friday morning, which began late on Thursday night. Fire and Emergency NZ said it was alerted to the blaze at 11.04pm on Thursday, and the first crews arrived by ...

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Fire rips through 10 hectares at Porirua's Titahi Bay (Newshub)

Fire and Emergency New Zealand received a call about the blaze at about 11pm and the first crews were onsite 10 minutes later. By 5:20am on Friday, the fire had ...

Numerous fire crews, and two helicopters, are battling a large blaze ... (NZCity)

People are asked to stay away, and shut their windows, as smoke fills the air around the Hutt Valley. It has burned through about 10 hectares of vegetation.

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Titahi Bay fire: Two helicopters battling large scrub blaze near ... (New Zealand Herald)

A “huge” scrub fire in Porirua's Titahi Bay overnight has reminded residents of a similar blaze in the area over a decade ago where more than 100 people had ...

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Warning as fire burns through 10 hectares at Titahi Bay (RNZ)

Smoke is drifting over a large part of the city as fire crews and helicopters battle a blaze at Titahi Bay.

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Scrub fire burns through 10ha in Porirua seaside area, helicopters ... (Stuff.co.nz)

Residents in Wellington's northern suburbs woke to the sight of a red glow in the sky and the smell of smoke in the air.

Titahi Bay Fire Update 2 (Scoop.co.nz)

Eight crews are still working to bring a vegetation fire at Titahi Bay under control. Helicopters with monsoon buckets will also be working this morning.

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Wellington.Scoop » Smoke over Porirua as fire continues in ... (Wellington Scoop)

Wellington.Scoop Eight fire crews and helicopters with monsoon buckets are fighting a vegetation fire in Titahi Bay. Fire and Emergency were called to the ...

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Firefighters, helicopters contain vegetation fire in Titahi Bay (1 News)

Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) said it received "multiple calls" just after 11pm last night, with the first crew dousing flames within 15 minutes of ...

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Fire in Titahi Bay contained, crews fighting hotspots ahead of windy ... (Stuff.co.nz)

The fire was burning over about 10ha in Whitireia Park, and people were asked to stay away from the area.

Titahi Bay fire update #4 - FENZ - VOXY (Voxy)

Eliminating hotspots is the aim for firefighters for the remainder of Friday at the Titahi Bay vegetation fire. The status of the fire has remained largely ...

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Titahi Bay fire: Fire crews targeting leftover hotspots ahead of windy ... (New Zealand Herald)

Fire teams will target leftover hotspots after bringing a scrub fire north of Wellington under control, dispelling fears it could threaten up to 50 homes.

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