Source: New Zealand Police
Police are assisting Fire and Emergency New Zealand in relation to multiple large fires in Kaikōura.
A number of cordons are in place, with multiple road closures around the area
Police are also assisting with the evacuations of schools and residents in surrounding areas.
If members of the public have been evacuated, Police advise them to travel to Kaikōura High School or the Kaikōura Golf Course.
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Issued by Police Media Centre
