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.

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.

Emergency call 111 Emergency text 111
Fire & Emergency New Zealand

Restricted fire season for Coastal Wairarapa

Restricted fire season for Coastal Wairarapa

11 November 2025

Wairarapa’s Northern, Central, and Southern Coasts will move into a restricted fire season from 8am on Wednesday 12 November until further notice.

A restricted fire season means a permit is required from Fire and Emergency New Zealand to light a fire in the open air.

Wellington District Community Risk Manager Phil Soal says northerly winds over the last month have dried out the coastal vegetation.

"With the temperature set to consistently increase, the risk of fires starting and spreading also increases.

"When the vegetation is dry, fires will spread quickly and be more difficult to extinguish. Putting a restriction on outdoor fires will help us protect the Wairarapa from wildfire," he says.

"Everyone must visit www.checkitsalright.nz to check the conditions and fire risk and apply for their fire permits.

"If it is safe to light a fire, you can also find advice on how to do so safely on this website." 

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