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

Wildfire on Governors Bay Road, Christchurch

Wildfire on Governors Bay Road, Christchurch

1 February 2018

The fire is burning gorse near the top of the hill. The very hot and windy conditions, combined with access difficulties are proving a challenge.

Five appliances are in attendance with a helicopter on standby. There are currently no structures at risk. Fire and Emergency is also dealing with a number of smaller fires in Selwyn and north of Christchurch.

People are urged to remain vigilant and be extremely careful. Avoid any activities that may accidentally cause a fire, including operating machinery, carelessly discarding cigarettes or parking hot vehicles on dry grass.

 

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For more information contact:

Joss Debreceny | Senior Communications Advisor, Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Mobile: 027 586 7243

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