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flag Unseasonably warm Antarctic weather triggered extreme heat and fires in New Zealand, prompting fire bans and warnings.

flag Unusually warm Antarctic weather in September is driving extreme conditions in New Zealand, including gale-force winds and temperatures near 30°C, particularly in Hawke’s Bay. flag A weakened polar vortex shifted low pressure into the Southern Ocean, intensifying wind and heat. flag This has sparked a major uncontained bushfire near Porangahau, led to a total fire ban across several regions, and prompted warnings of ongoing danger due to high fire risk and unpredictable weather. flag Officials caution the public to remain vigilant as conditions may shift, with potential rain later in November.

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