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Restricted Fire Season For Coastal Wairarapa
Wairarapa’s Northern, Central, and Southern Coasts will move into a restricted fire season from 8am on Wednesday 12 November until further notice.
A restricted fire season means a permit is required from Fire and Emergency New Zealand to light a fire in the open air.
Wellington District Community Risk Manager Phil Soal says northerly winds over the last month have dried out the coastal vegetation.
"With the temperature set to consistently increase, the risk of fires starting and spreading also increases.
"When the vegetation is dry, fires will spread quickly and be more difficult to extinguish. Putting a restriction on outdoor fires will help us protect the Wairarapa from wildfire," he says.
"Everyone must visit www.checkitsalright.nz to check the conditions and fire risk and apply for their fire permits.
"If it is safe to light a fire, you can also find advice on how to do so safely on this website."
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