Source: Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Five helicopters and multiple crews are working to extinguish a large vegetation fire near Tongariro National Park.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand crews were first alerted to the fire, which is now 110 hectares in size, around 1.10pm.
There are 10 trucks and six support vehicles in attendance working alongside the helicopters.
Crews from National Park, Owhango, Whakapapa, Ruapehu Rural, Waimarino Rural, Turangi, Southern Lake Taupo Rural and Whanganui are in attendance.
The fire is on the eastern side of State Highway 47 in the vicinity of Tongariro National Park.
Police have advised that the road between State Highway 48 and Mangatepopo Road is now closed. Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect delays.
