by Brian | Apr 30, 2025 | E-Waste, Fire, Tips
The recent massive fire at a recycling plant on Hillside Rd in Wairau Valley is a good reminder of the dangers e-waste fires pose to our community. Over the past three years Tāmaki Makaurau has logged eight large fires at scrap-metal or recycling yards, plus dozens of...
by Brian | Mar 7, 2025 | Fire, Tips
Why is smoke from fires dangerous? Smoke contains hazardous chemicals that can be more harmful than flames. Inhaling it, even briefly, can cause severe health issues or death. Fires involving materials like lithium batteries or older buildings may release additional...
