Firefighters respond to multiple fireworks-related calls on Guy Fawkes night
Thursday 6 November 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Fire and Emergency New Zealand responded to between 30 and 50 fireworks-related jobs, including several grass and scrub fires. A large blaze near Tomahawk Beach in Dunedin required nine trucks and up to 40 staff to control. Fires in Wānaka also required significant resources.
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