El Nino temperatures may bring wildfires to Chch this summer

Emergency management in Christchurch is preparing for wildfires, 'spiky' temperatures and weather whiplash when El Nino peaks this summer. It usually means wetter conditions in the south-west of the South Island - and drier, windier conditions for other parts of the country, especially the east coast. Wildfires are a particular concern with emergency teams meeting today to discuss preparation. Christchurch City Council regional parks manager, Paul Devlin spoke to Lisa Owen.

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