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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Charleston gets home fire safety advice

4 February 2021 | Announcements

Charleston residents have been learning about the fire risks they face at home, and how to prepare for them.

House fire in Pokeno prompts warning that fire gets real, fast

2 February 2021 | Announcements

A recent house fire in Pokeno, Waikato is a timely reminder of just how fast fire can spread and the importance of having an escape plan.

Hawke's Bay people urged to be vigilant about fire danger

25 January 2021 | Announcements

Hot and windy weather is forecast for Hawke's Bay this week. Fire and Emergency NZ is urging people to be extra vigilant about the risk of scrub fires.

Strong winds increase fire danger for Canterbury

19 January 2021 | Announcements

Fire and Emergency is currently at two fires in Canterbury, one at Cass Bay and the other at Loburn.

Fire and Emergency honours’ recipients congratulated

31 December 2020 | Announcements

Congratulations to our five recipients recognised with Queen’s Service Medals in the New Year Honours List.

Fireworks ban in Mackenzie Basin

24 December 2020 | Announcements

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has banned the use of fireworks in the Mackenzie Basin for the summer.

Cook safely with hāngī, umu, and lovo this Christmas

22 December 2020 | Announcements

Fire and Emergency New Zealand wants people to safely use cultural cooking methods over the summer.

Be fire safe when holidaying this summer

21 December 2020 | Announcements

If you’re going away for the summer holidays, Fire and Emergency want you to stay fire safe.