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Keep your household safe - explore home fire safety tips to prevent a house fire and see what you need to be prepared to survive a house fire, including smoke alarms and how to create an escape plan.

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Outdoor and rural fire safety Haumarutanga ā-ahi taiwhenua

Dry and windy conditions can make it risky to light a fire or do work that can create sparks or heat. Learn about the fire seasons and fire danger index and what these mean for you, whether you live and work on a farm, lifestyle block, or are visiting rural Aotearoa.

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