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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Ignite Magazine: Issue 35

14 August 2025 | Ignite Magazine

In this issue we look at helping Canada in their time of need, welcome Megan Stiffler, and profile our Communication Centres.

Ignite Magazine: Issue 34

29 May 2025 | Ignite Magazine

In this issue we look at Fire and Emergency’s new strategic direction, research helping with wildfire readiness and response, and various simulation exercises.

Ignite Magazine: Issue 33

27 March 2025 | Ignite Magazine

In this issue we interview Lead Teams programme alumni, look at retardant training down south, and cross-agency collaboration for a drug driving campaign.

Ignite Magazine: Issue 32

23 December 2024 | Ignite Magazine

In this edition we look at an exercise at the Central Interceptor tunnel, planting of native plants to reduce the spread of wildfire, and an internal award won.

Ignite Magazine: Issue 31

9 August 2024 | Ignite Magazine

In this edition we look at our new Code of Conduct, launching our Rautaki Māori and simulation technology used in bulk fuel exercise.

Ignite Magazine: Issue 30

27 March 2024 | Ignite Magazine

In this edition we look at what it takes to become a firefighter, helping our neighbours in the pacific and marathon fundraising efforts from firefighters.

IGNITE Magazine: Issue 29

22 November 2023 | Ignite Magazine

In this edition we look at training first responders in urban search and rescue, Seven Sharp's Live House Burn, and gaining knowledge from the Canada deployment

IGNITE Magazine: Issue 28

18 August 2023 | Ignite Magazine

In this edition we look at our firefighters deployment to Canada, celebrating the appearance of Matariki and groundbreaking fire whirl research.