Firefighters abused by motorists after road closure between Christchurch and Sumner

📅 February 04, 2026 03:44 AM ⏱️ 2 min read 🕐 Scraped: February 04, 2026

Summary: In a social media post, Sumner Volunteer Fire Brigade said it was saddened by the behaviour of some members of the public.

Photo: Facebook / Christchurch City Council

Firefighters have copped abuse by motorists frustrated by the closure of the main road between Christchurch and Sumner, Sumner Volunteer Fire Brigade says.

Main Road and the adjacent footpath closed near Shag Rock Reserve on Wednesday as the ridge was assessed by ge

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