North Shore fire: Firefighters left trapped above flames after equipment failure, union says

Two firefighters were rescued during a fire on Auckland’s North Shore after their aerial unit malfunctioned, leaving them trapped above the flames. The New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union criticized the incident as indicative of an ageing and poorly-maintained fleet, highlighting that all backup options to lower the basket failed, including a manual lever that broke. Fire and Emergency New Zealand emphasized that staff safety is paramount, stating that the malfunctioning truck will remain out of service until the issue is resolved.

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