North Canterbury fire contained but still burning
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A vegetation fire in North Canterbury has been contained but is still burning.
Fire and Emergency Incident Controller Bruce Janes said that the fire spread quickly from the side of Domett Road, in Hurunui and is estimated to be covering about 50 hectares.
No homes were damaged but some farm structures have been burnt.
Photo: Bryce Speirs
Five helicopters are working on the fire in support of ground crews with 16 fire appliances and a command unit.
Heavy machinery is also being brought in.
Photo: Bryce Speirs
The fire is not expected to be fully extinguished until tomorrow at the earliest.
A temporary 30km speed restriction is in place on a section of SH1 in the Domett Rd area and is likely to remain in force overnight to enable fire crews to operate safely in the area.
