Electric surfboard catches fire at Sumner Beach

RNZThe PressFriday 23 May 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Firefighters were called to Sumner Beach on Friday after reports of a fire near the shore. While initially thought to involve a jet ski, crews discovered an electric surfboard on fire. Fire and Emergency officials believe an electrical fault may have caused the incident.

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First reported by RNZ, Fri 23 May 2025, 1:40pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 88 minutes
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