Photo: RNZ / Calvin Samuel
Now to the massive wildfire burning in Waipoua, in Kaipara, which is still not contained.
Up to 100 firefighters will be on the ground today - about double the number yesterday.
Helicopters and heavy machinery will also be used to fight the blaze, which covers almost 100 hectares.
Fire and Emergency says it will be a significant day for firefighting efforts.
So far 20 homes have been evacuated residents sent to the nearby Waikara marae for refuge.
Meanwhile, a total fire ban across most of Northland will be imposed from eight o'clock this morning, until further nortice.
Kaipara mayor Craig Jepson speaks to Susie.
