Environment / Natural Disasters

Port Hills residents call for plantation forestry ban

08:43 am on 19 February 2024

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A Port Hills resident who suffered fire damage to his home seven years ago says plantation forestry is becoming too dangerous in the area.

Firefighters continue to toil round-the-clock in an effort to snuff out the massive blaze which began nearly five days ago.

Although the impact of this event hasn't quite been as severe as the wildfires of seven years ago, it has sparked questions about the Port Hills land use and its future.

Adam Burns reports.