Evacuations as large fire spreads near Lake Pukaki
Evacuations as large fire spreads near Lake Pukaki
www.rnz.co.nz Evacuations as large fire spreads near Lake Pukaki
Fire and Emergency has evacuated four properties as a large fire burns near the scene of recent crashes on the main highway.
Fire and Emergency has evacuated four properties as a large fire burns near Lake Pukaki in Canterbury.
Fire and Emergency says they were called to the scene after a farmer's burn-off got out of control shortly before 3pm on Monday.
Two of the homes were vacant, while the other two were evacuated as a precaution.
The blaze has been burning in the area where State Highway 80 and State Highway 8 intersect.
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