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FENZ assessing ground after Southland scrub fire
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Radio New Zealand fire coverage reports: Radio New Zealand reports that Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) is evaluating the ground situation following a scrub fire in Southland, with crews having been stood down overnight. Despite this, high winds are anticipated to sustain the fire's activity.
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FENZ assessing ground after Southland scrub fire
Radio New Zealand fire coverage reports: Radio New Zealand reports that Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) is evaluating the ground situation following a scrub fire in Southland, with crews having been stood down overnight. Despite this, high winds are anticipated to sustain the fire's activity.
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