A Fire service helicopter is battling a scrub fire near Te Kuiti.
Emergency services were called about the blaze at Mangaokewa Scenic Reserve just after 6pm.
The fire is about 300 metres from the road, and currently burning through a 400sqm section.
The helicopter has been sent in as the fire is inaccessible from the road.
There are no houses at risk.
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