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.

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Temuka Volunteer Fire Brigade celebrates 150 years serving Mid-South Canterbury

11 October 2024 | Announcements

Temuka Volunteer Fire Brigade is celebrating one-and-a-half centuries of serving its community at an event taking place at the fire station this month.

Cromwell Volunteer Fire Brigade celebrates 150th anniversary

10 October 2024 | Announcements

Cromwell Volunteer Fire Brigade celebrates 150th anniversary this weekend.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand Board is seeking local voices for new Auckland Local Advisory Committee

25 September 2024 | Announcements

The Fire and Emergency New Zealand Board is looking for members to join its new Auckland Local Advisory Committee (LAC).

2024 Port Hills Fire Investigation Report

24 September 2024 | Announcements

A fire investigation report into the Port Hills fire, which started on 14 February 2024, remains undetermined.

King's Birthday Honours recipients recognised

11 September 2024 | Announcements

Eight Fire and Emergency volunteers and staff were presented with their Royal Honours by Governor General Dame Cindy Kiro today.

Total fire ban for Canterbury District

2 September 2024 | Announcements

All outdoor fires are now banned in Canterbury until next Monday.

Fire and Emergency receives award for working with Māori as tangata whenua

29 August 2024 | Announcements

Ratonga Ahi me ngā Ohotata i Aotearoa - Fire and Emergency New Zealand has been recognised for its mahi working with Māori as tangata whenua.

Taranaki Local Advisory Committee members appointed

26 August 2024 | Announcements

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has confirmed the eight New Zealanders who will form the next Local Advisory Committee (LAC) in Taranaki.