Source: Radio New Zealand
More than 60 firefighters tackled a large fire at a recyling facility in Waiuku overnight. RNZ / Nate McKinnon
More than 60 firefighters tackled a large fire at a recyling facility in Waiuku overnight.
Fire and Emergency (FENZ) said it was called to the incident around 10.55pm on Monday, and found a large area of plastic on fire – measuring 100 x 50 metres.
Six shipping containers were also on fire.
FENZ said 16 fire trucks were in attendance at the peak of the fire, which was contained as of 5am on Tuesday morning.
The fire was not yet fully extinguished, however, and seven trucks were still at the scene.
Residents in the vicinity are asked to stay indoors and keep doors and windows shut, if possible.
“We also advise people in the affected area to wear a face mask or cover their nose and mouth with clothing if going outside for essential reasons,” said FENZ.
The cause of the blaze is unknown.
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