Evacuations are under way near Twizel in the Mackenzie District as a fast-moving scrub fire moves through the region
Evacuations are under way near Twizel in the Mackenzie District as a fast-moving scrub fire moves through the region
30 August 2020
There are now 14 helicopters and two aircraft working to contain the blaze being fanned by strong winds.
Police are trying to evacuate those living in houses on State Highway 80, which is now closed to the public.
A Fire and Emergency spokesman says the fire has jumped across Mt Cook Road to the east side.
Multiple crews from Omarama, Otematata, Lake Tekapo, Burkes Pass and a command unit from Timaru are at the scene.
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