Our 3-Step Escape Plan

  • First Escape Route
  • Second Escape Route
  • Meeting Place
Notes

Use this space to note any additional information about your escape plan, i.e. who will assist

Your checklist
  • Get low

    Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.

    If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.

  • Be fast

    A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.

    Don't spend time trying to save possessions.

  • Close doors

    A closed door buys you time.

    It slows down the spread of fire, giving you more time to get to safety.

  • Get out - stay out!

    People have died by going back into a fire.

    Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.

If you’re not ready, the risk is always high

Is your property prepared for the fire season?

Prepare now

If you’re not ready, the risk is always high

Is your property prepared for the fire season?

Prepare now

Latest News

Southland moves back to open fire season

Rain and cooler temperatures in Southland have lowered the fire danger, prompting Fire and Emergency New Zealand to move the district back to an open season.

Outdoor fires now banned in all of Auckland and Northland

Fire and Emergency has declared a prohibited season for Auckland, Waitematā and Counties Manukau districts from 8am Friday 14 March, until further notice.

Fires still being lit in Waikato and Coromandel during outdoor fire ban

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is reminding people in Waikato and Coromandel not to light outdoor fires while a prohibited fire season is in place.

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