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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Fire safety in Minginui and Te Whaiti

11 Whiringa-ā-rangi 2019 | Community Education

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is working with two small Bay of Plenty communities to ensure they are well prepared in the event of a fire.

Fire and Emergency NZ releases Independent Review of Tasman Fires

30 Whiringa-ā-nuku 2019 | Announcements

Fire and Emergency New Zealand released the AFAC Independent Operational Review of its management of last summer’s Tasman fires.

SkyCity Convention Centre fire – public info

25 Whiringa-ā-nuku 2019 | Emergency Information

Post fire information for Auckland businesses and the public.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand tribute to Mike Hall

2 Whiringa-ā-nuku 2019 | Announcements

We at Fire and Emergency New Zealand wish to extend our great sympathy to the families of Mike Hall and Norman Comerford.

New fire truck for Wellington Voluntary Rural Fire Force

25 Mahuru 2019 | Announcements

Wellington Voluntary Rural Fire Force has received the first of Fire and Emergency’s new model fire appliances designed for fighting vegetation fires.

Press the button - your life may depend on it

24 Mahuru 2019 | Community Education

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging New Zealanders to check their smoke alarms are working this Daylight Saving weekend.

Firefighters encouraged to seek wellbeing support

24 Mahuru 2019 | Announcements

Fire and Emergency New Zealand supports Mental Health Awareness Week says Brendan Nally, Deputy Chief Executive People.

21 firefighter recruits graduate from National Training Centre

19 Mahuru 2019 | Announcements

A champion triathlete, former rugby league star & a “cow cocky” are among the 21 firefighters who graduated from Fire and Emergency’s National Training Centre.