Light rain and winds help firefighter contain fire
Authorities working to contain the Port Hills fire are being helped by drizzle, which is forecast to turn to light rain this afternoon.
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Editorial: Christchurch hurt again
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Firefighters told 'go back to station'
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No health threat from smoky properties
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'It roared up here, it was like a train'
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Angry Port Hills resident: 'It's a joke'
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Port Hills fires: Send choppers plea
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Port Hills Fires: Cordons start lifting
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Donations pour in for dead pilot's family
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Helicopters to survey fresh damage
Helicopters are getting ready to go up and give emergency workers an overview of any fresh destruction.
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Minister seeks changes in emergency law
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A quieter night for firefighters as the deadly Port Hills wildfire enters its fifth day.
Stunning timelapse footage of fires
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Who said 40 homes had been destroyed?
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Lucky escape for dream house
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Number of damaged properties unknown
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Fire at Hamilton sandblasting building
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Watch: Fire footage shows devastation
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Homes destroyed in Port Hills fires in Christchurch
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PM: How fires started 'seem a bit odd'
While the cause of the Port Hills fires was being investigated, it did "seem a bit odd" that two fires had started at about the same time, says the Prime Minister.
Two in hospital after smoke inhalation
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Port hills fire: Orange hearts show social media support
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Nearly a dozen homes destroyed
The ongoing firefighting effort includes 15 helicopters and planes - the maximum number that can safely be in the air at any one time.
Adventure Park committed to reopening
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Help for fire-evacuated pets
Contact the SPCA if you need a temporary home for a fire-evacuated pet
Watch: Livestream of Port Hills fire
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