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    AND here.. Fire and Emergency's declared a prohibited fire season for parts of Otago

    AND here.. Fire and Emergency's declared a prohibited fire season for parts of Otago


    Starting 8am Monday, the Lakes and Glendhu Bluffs areas will be affected.

    It means no outdoor fires are allowed and all fire permits revoked.

    Otago District Manager Phil Marsh says forecast rain didn't happen, so conditions are hot and dry enough to be a significant fire risk.

    © 2026 Newstalk ZB, NZCity

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     09 Feb: A major blaze at a Taupo high school's been brought under control
     09 Feb: A critical road which connects Gisborne and the Eastern Bay of Plenty re-opens this morning for essential travel
     08 Feb: Wellington officials are pushing for an investigation into the city's wastewater infrastructure
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