Property owners with supply from Tahunatorea Stream are advised to switch off their intake due to potential contamination from saltwater and firefighting retardant as part of firefighting efforts. Alternative freshwater will be provided as a precautionary measure while testing is being done.
Black Jack Road, Kūaotunu, will reopen at 5pm today, 14 January, but close again at 8am tomorrow, 15 January. Access will then only be available for residents and essential travelers via a pilot vehicle every hour, on the hour, until 5pm. This will help firefighters continue to take control of a large scrub fire.
Pāuanui, Tairua, and Hāhei have Level 5 Watering Bans in place until further notice. Using hoses, sprinklers and garden irrigation systems is not permitted. Matarangi has a Level 3 - Alternate Days restriction in place.
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