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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.

Call emergency services as soon as you are out and safe. Ask for FIRE.

Clearly state your address and let the operator know it anyone is still inside or has not made it to the safe meeting place.

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Fire & Emergency New Zealand

Fire and Emergency responds to flooding across Wellington

Fire and Emergency responds to flooding across Wellington

20 April 2026

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has been alerted to more than 150 weather-related events in Wellington this morning.

The callouts relate to flooding, flooding into properties and landslides across Vogeltown, Mornington, Newtown, Berhampore, Kingston, Island Bay and surrounding areas.

Fire and Emergency’s Regional Coordination Centre has also been stood up in response to the weather.

Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler says Fire and Emergency is assisting Wellington Region Emergency Management Office (WREMO) in its response.

"We echo WREMO’s advice. In the event of flooding, head for higher ground and stay away from floodwater.

"Floods and flash floods can happen quickly. If you see rising water, do not wait for official warnings

"Do not try to walk, play, swim, or drive in floodwater.

"Do not drive through floodwater. You are putting yourself at risk, and risking the lives of those who come to your rescue.

"Don’t wait for emergency mobile alerts or other official warnings if you see flood waters trust your sense and act immediately."

Megan Stiffler advises the public to delay all non-essential travel and follow the advice of WREMO and Wellington City Council.

"I would also like to thank the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) for calling off its planned strike action this morning at short notice.

"It is great to work together to ensure we are able to assist our communities in their time of need."

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