Auckland regional park fires

The story so far

The next evening, a bush fire broke out at Anawhata Beach, and seven people were rescued as emergency crews, including helicopters and fire trucks, attended.^{15 Jan 2025} Auckland Council then urged fishers to stop lighting open fires to cook their catch in regional parks, after recent cooking fires destroyed significant vegetation and planting areas.^{18 Jan 2025} Gas barbecues are permitted in these areas, but lighting open fires in public places in the Auckland region is illegal.^{18 Jan 2025}

Latest

Auckland Council is asking fishers to stop lighting open fires in regional parks, and says gas barbecues remain allowed.^{18 Jan 2025}

Key moments

1. 14 Jan 2025Fire crews contained a vegetation fire near Bethells Road in the Waitākere Ranges.
2. 15 Jan 2025Seven people rescued after a bush fire broke out at Anawhata Beach.
3. 18 Jan 2025Auckland Council urges fishers to stop lighting open fires in regional parks.

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