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

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Fire and Emergency New Zealand reminds public to be extra careful when strike action takes place

News and media|6 May 2026

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is warning the public that the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) will be undertaking a strike today, Wednesday 6 May, between 4.30pm and 5.30pm.

Springvale Fire Update 2

News and media|25 February 2026

Firefighters supported by four helicopters have contained and largely suppressed a large grass fire in the Springfield area near Clyde.

Waipoua River fire update #7

News and media|1 March 2025

The Waipoua River fire is now 91 hectares.

Kirwee fire update #6

News and media|5 February 2024

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

Planning and advice for farmers and rural businesses

Found in: Outdoor and rural fire safety | Farms and rural businesses

If you live or work on a rural property or rural business, there are specific things you should do to prepare for the possibility of a fire emergency.

Prediction of fire weather and fire danger - report #83 (2007)
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Fire and Emergency reminds public to be extra careful while strike action takes place

News and media|16 April 2026

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is warning the public that the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) will be undertaking a strike tomorrow, Friday 17 April, between midday and 1pm.

Whangārei vegetation fire update #3

News and media|10 January 2025

The two homes that evacuated yesterday have now returned home.