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A strike-delayed fire response in Auckland injured people and sparked debate over public sector labor issues.
A fire in Auckland’s Pakuranga on January 9, 2026, during a one-hour nationwide firefighters’ strike, caused serious injuries and property damage.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ) and government ministers claimed response times were delayed, citing a 30-minute arrival compared to a usual seven minutes, blaming the strike for public safety risks.
The NZ Professional Firefighters’ Union rejected the criticism, stating FENZ, as employer, failed to maintain contingency plans and that the government’s response was politically motivated.
Volunteer firefighters contained the blaze, but the incident intensified debate over public sector pay, working conditions, and government accountability amid broader labor disputes.
Una respuesta al fuego retrasada por una huelga en Auckland lesionó a personas y provocó un debate sobre los problemas laborales del sector público.