Fire at Waiouru military camp not under control

A fire broke out at the Waiouru Military Training Area during a regular training activity on Monday and is not yet contained.

A New Zealand Defence Force (NZDF) spokesperson said the fire broke out in the southern region of the Waiouru Military Training Area around 11pm Monday.

"The current estimated size of the fire is 230 hectares. The fire is moving to the east and poses no risk to State Highway 1," the spokesperson said.

"Three New Zealand Defence Force emergency response crews are on the scene, with an additional team inbound from Linton Military Camp."

"Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) are in location in Waiouru with two helicopters having commenced air operations this morning. FENZ also have additional rural firefighters and helicopters on standby to support if required."

The NZDF spokesperson said no personnel had been injured.

They said in addition to liaising with FENZ, Defence was communicating with properties close to the southern boundary of the training area with regards to any livestock.

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