Source: Radio New Zealand
Crews found the rooftop fully ablaze when they responded to the call in the Auckland suburb of Rānui. RNZ / Rebekah Parsons-King
An overnight house fire in Auckland that has left a home unliveable was caused by the reckless use of a flare, police believe.
Crews responded to the home at Vino Cina Heights in Rānui after midnight and found the roof fully ablaze.
Police said the home was extensively damaged and it was lucky that nobody died.
“We believe this fire has been caused by a flare, which is commonly used by boaties and one that launches a projectile,” acting Detective Inspector Megan Goldie said.
“Based on enquiries so far it appears this is an accidental fire as a result of reckless actions.”
Residents have told police they saw two people running from the area after a loud bang.
“If you have any information, we need to hear from you,” Goldie said.
“I would also call on those people who are involved to do the right thing and own up to what has happened.”
A scene examination was done after the blaze alongside a fire investigator.
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