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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Total fire ban for Otago District Central Zone

News and media|18 December 2020

There is a total fire ban in Otago District Central Zone from 8am this morning (Friday 18 December).

Fire crews called to 21 avoidable vegetation fires in Southland

News and media|1 December 2022

Fire crews have been called out to 21 vegetation fires around Southland in the last two months and with conditions drying out rapidly as we move into summer, the risk is rising.

Fire permits in Nelson/Tasman suspended during hot weather

News and media|26 January 2021

All active fire permits in the Nelson Tasman district with the exception of Nelson Lakes, Murchison, and Golden Bay West have been placed on a 48 hour suspension, effective immediately says Principal Rural Fire Officer Ian Reade.

What are fire plans?

Found in: Outdoor and rural fire safety | Fire Plans

Fire plans outline policies and procedures at a local level for the management of public safety and risks relating to fire, particularly around fires in the open air.

High fire danger forecast for next week

News and media|4 February 2024

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

Planning and advice for rural businesses

Found in: Farms and rural businesses | Fire safety checklists and planning

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.

Port Hills Update #11

News and media|16 February 2024

Firefighters will continue to focus on strengthening the fire break around the perimeter of the Port Hills fire today.

Parks, Forests and Rural Land

Found in: Outdoor and rural fire safety | Recreational and cultural fires

If you use rural land for leisure and recreation, you need to be aware of the risks of fires in forests, parks and rural areas.