A large fire at a West Auckland beach resulted in the evacuation of a local campground as firefighters battled the blaze.
Emergency services were called to Whatipu Beach, in Huia, after reports of a "significant fire" about 1am today.
Police said they had initially been called to the area because of reports two fishermen had failed to return home.
On arrival, about 12.45am, the responding officers spotted a fire at Whatipu Beach.
Waitematā West Area response manager, Senior Sergeant Grant Watson, said the police eagle helicopter quickly located the two fishermen, on arrival, and took them to safety.