Eight vegetation fires burn across Canterbury, with crews fighting blazes up to 30 hectares amid strong winds and severe weather.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is managing eight vegetation fires across Canterbury, fueled by strong winds, with fires in Southbridge and Springfield being the largest. Crews, including ground teams and helicopters, are working to contain the blazes, which range from 10 to 30 hectares. The public is urged to check and fully extinguish burn piles to prevent reignition, especially in hot, windy conditions. Emergency services are using multiple trucks, tankers, and aircraft to combat the fires amid ongoing severe weather warnings.