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New Zealand: firefighting helicopters in action

A dozen aircraft engaged in putting out a huge fire

At least 10 firefighting helicopters and four teams of ground firefighters are currently engaged in putting out a major fire in New Zealand. The fire front is really large and according to estimates it is equal to 400 hectares. An area near Cape Reinga is burning. It's the northernmost tip of the country, a disabled land beaten by strong winds coming from the ocean.The fire broke out on Tuesday afternoon...

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Cape Reinga, New Zealand, 03/29/2023 09:15
AVIONEWS - World Aeronautical Press Agency

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