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Sort your smoke alarms
You are four times more likely to survive a house fire if you have working smoke alarms. Find out how to install, use and maintain them.
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Batteries and electronics
Chances are, you've got batteries and electronics in your home. Each of these devices can be a fire hazard especially if they are damaged, mishandled, or improperly disposed of.
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Recipes to cook if you're drunk or high
1 in 4 house fires start in the kitchen, and 50% of all fatal house fires involve alcohol or drugs.If you’re cooked, stay off the stove.
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See a fire before it starts this Winter
Every year, as temperatures drop, we see a significant increase in the number of house fires. Winter brings a unique set of fire dangers that you need to be aware of, but it's easy to avoid a fire if you know what to look for.
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In the event of a fire
What to do if you're involved in a fire, or if you see a fire, and how to begin picking up the pieces if a fire has damaged your home.
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School Firewise Programmes
Get Firewise is a curriculum-based resource that gives children of primary age the knowledge they need to stay fire safe and escape from a burning building.
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Fire seasons, fire danger and permits
Learn about Fire and Emergency New Zealand’s fire controls and how we use them to reduce the risk of unwanted outdoor fires, for the management of public safety.
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Can I light a fire?
Check before you light a fire or use outdoor equipment. Use our three-step tool to let you know the fire danger, fire season and safety requirements; and if you’ll need a fire permit.
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Hazardous substances
If you store or handle hazardous substances we need to know about them, to keep both you and our firefighters safe.
Jobs and volunteering
