Taylors Mistake beach, Christchurch. Photo / Air New Zealand, Supplied
Police are appealing for information about a “suspicious” bushfire at a popular Christchurch beach.
The fire at Taylors Mistake was reported about 12.50am on Sunday.
The area is a popular camping and beach spot for Christchurch residents and holidaymakers.
Police are appealing for information from the public, including CCTV or dashcam footage from the area.
They are urging anyone with any information to contact 105 with the reference number, 241215/4597.
Fire investigator Bruce Irvine said the lives of campers at nearby Godley Head were put at risk, Stuff reported.
Irvine said evacuations were also avoided due to the quick work of firefighters.
No injuries were reported from the fire.
Canterbury has been in a restricted fire season since December 11 following a spate of wildfires in the region.
Emergency services were called to the scene around 5.30pm.