Thirty-two firefighters from Taupō, Tokoroa, Lake Taupō, Lake Okareka, Lake Tarawera, Ngongotaha brigades were in attendance. "Twelve trucks, tankers and support vehicles are on the ground, while two helicopters are working from the air. A third helicopter is about to take off to head to the fire," a spokesperson said.
The fire was not "contained or controlled" and was around four hectares in size as of 3.15pm, they added. "Please avoid the area while our crews work. Te Toke Rd is closed in the area near the fire."