Friday, 17 August 2018 - 7:35am |
Bay of Plenty

Fire following lightning strike, Tokoroa.

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Kauri Street and West Parkdale Street in Tokoroa are closed following a lightning strike.

Lightning struck a tree just before 7am causing a fire.

There is also a gas leak in the area.

Police is assisting Fire and Emergency New Zealand at the scene.

People are being asked to please avoid the area.

ENDS

Issued by the Police Media Centre