About 3,000 people who fled as a wildfire threatened a New Zealand town have been allowed to return home as firefighting conditions improved. About 3,000 people who fled as a wildfire threatened a New Zealand town have been allowed to return home as firefighting conditions improved. Thousands who fled New Zealand wildfire able to return homeHowever, another 400 residents living in valleys near the fire were told to stay away. Firefighters said they have gained the upper hand over the blaze thanks to favourable weather conditions. He said residents who return need to be prepared to evacuate again if conditions change.

Source: Irish Independent February 11, 2019 07:52 UTC