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flag A fire ban starts in parts of New Zealand due to high wildfire risk, requiring permits for most outdoor fires.

flag A restricted fire season has begun in New Zealand’s Bay of Plenty region, including Tauranga and Rotorua, effective January 13 at 5 p.m., requiring permits for most outdoor fires due to hot, dry, and windy weather increasing wildfire risk. flag Similar restrictions are in place across much of Marlborough, Nelson, and Tasman starting January 14, with a prohibited fire season in Marlborough South banning all open fires except cultural cooking. flag Authorities emphasize that 97% of wildfires are human-caused and urge caution with activities like welding, parking in grass, and leaving campfires unattended. flag Permits are available online, and anyone spotting smoke should call 111.

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