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UPDATE 10am - Waiharara Fire, Northland
The Kaimaumau community are returning to their homes this morning in time for Christmas. Thermal imaging overnight showed there were no hot spots or heat in the southern end of the fireground behind the Kaimaumau village. DOC representatives gave early christmas presents to the children of the community on behalf of Minister of Emergency Management and Conservation, Hon. Kiritapu Allen. Until the next rain is forecast next Tuesday, Kaimaumau residents should disconnect down pipes from roof spouting to avoid ash and any debris going into water tanks. There is still active firefighting operations around the Kaimaumau area. If you don’t need to be in Kaimaumau, please stay away from the area, including no camping. Residents are asked to away from machinery and crews working behind properties.
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