Whangamarino wetland fire ruled accidental after investigation

Friday 31 January 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Fri 31 Jan 2025, 12:18pm

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An investigation has concluded that the fire which destroyed approximately 1,000 hectares of the Whangamarino wetland was accidental. The blaze started on 21 October 2024 and took nine days to control. Signs of recovery are now appearing in the vegetation following the incident.

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1. Waikato TimesFri 31 Jan 2025, 11:21am

   Accidental fire destroyed Waikato wetlands (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldFri 31 Jan 2025, 12:18pm

   Waikato’s Whangamarino Wetlands recovering from massive fire (opens in new tab)