Source: New Zealand Police
Attribute to Senior Sergeant Chris Painter
A scene examination will begin today following a house fire in Wharekaho overnight.
Emergency services were called to the Wharekaho Road address about 2.25am today, Thursday 8 October.
An occupant raised the alarm and is being provided with support.
A scene guard remained in place overnight and Police will be carrying out a scene examination at the house today, including working with fire investigators.
Information will be released proactively when we are in a position to do so.
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Issued by the Police Media Centre
Original source: https://nz.mil-osi.com/2026/10/08/house-fire-wharekaho/