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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Kirwee fire update #6

5 Huitanguru 2024 | Emergency Information

Residents evacuated following a large scrub fire near Kirwee will be able to return to their properties late this morning.

Kirwee fire update #4

5 Huitanguru 2024 | Emergency Information

The fire at Kirwee has been contained with no loss of buildings or livestock.

Kirwee Fire Update #3

5 Huitanguru 2024 | Emergency Information

Seven aircraft and eight fresh crews of firefighters supported by heavy machinery will be attacking the large fire burning near Kirwee this morning.

Kirwee Fire Update #2

5 Huitanguru 2024 | Emergency Information

Firefighters are concentrating on protecting structures and preventing spot fires from breaking out. The fire is estimated to cover an area 2.5km by 500m.

Kirwee Fire Update #1

4 Huitanguru 2024 | Emergency Information

Crews are responding to a large fire in forestry on Old West Coast Road near Kirwee in Canterbury.

High fire danger forecast for next week

4 Huitanguru 2024 | Community Education

Fire and Emergency is urging the public to be cautious next week with high and extreme fire danger expected for many areas.

Otahuhu Scrap Yard Fire update #3

4 Huitanguru 2024 | Announcements

Three fire crews are still at a scrap yard in Otahuhu this morning, dampening down hotspots.

Otahuhu Scrap Yard Fire Update #2

4 Huitanguru 2024 | Emergency Information

The fire is contained. Roads in the area remain closed and people in the area should keep doors and windows shut to avoid exposure to smoke.