Just after midday today, Fire and Emergency was called to a vegetation fire on Riversdale Road, Arthurs Pass. The fire is contained and around 20ha, including in mānuka shrub on public conservation land. Five helicopters and around 15 firefighters are at the scene and we are working closely with Department of Conservation. A fire investigator is on the way to investigate the cause and origin of the fire.

District Manager Dave Stackhouse says it is a reminder for everyone at how quickly fire can spread and get out of control.

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