Fire damages two properties in Ōtaki

Sunday 30 August 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Mon 31 Aug, 7:50am

In this story Fire and Emergency New Zealand, NZME

A large fire in Ōtaki damaged a house and spread to a neighbouring property on Sunday evening. Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews responded to the blaze, which was escalated to a second alarm before being extinguished.

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1. NZ HeraldSun 30 Aug, 8:50pm

   Ōtaki house fire: Blaze spreads to neighbouring property as crews respond (opens in new tab)

2. 1NewsMon 31 Aug, 7:50am

   Firefighters extinguish house fire in Ōtaki (opens in new tab)