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Firefighters' strike on 17 Oct causes delayed responses in urban areas; life-threatening emergencies prioritized.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand warns of delayed fire responses on Friday, 17 October 2025, from 12pm to 1pm, due to a one-hour strike by career firefighters in urban areas.
Volunteer crews will assist but may take longer to arrive, leading to slower response times for non-urgent incidents.
Emergency calls will still be answered, and life-threatening fires prioritized.
The strike follows failed negotiations over pay, allowances, and working conditions, with mediation scheduled by 28 October.
Rural areas served by 11,000 volunteers will not be affected.
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