Blenheim rubbish treatment plant closed following cardboard fire

Thursday 20 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Thu 20 Nov 2025, 5:54pm

In this story Marlborough District Council

A fire broke out at the Blenheim Transfer Station and Resource Recovery Centre on Wither Road on Thursday afternoon. Fire crews attended the scene, and the facility has been closed. Nearby residents have been advised to close their windows to avoid inhaling residual smoke.

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1. NZ HeraldThu 20 Nov 2025, 4:34pm

   Blenheim rubbish treatment plant closed over cardboard fire, residents advised to close windows (opens in new tab)

2. RNZThu 20 Nov 2025, 5:54pm

   Blenheim residents warned to be cautious after rubbish fire (opens in new tab)