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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Outdoor fires now banned in all of Auckland and Northland

News and media|14 March 2025

Fire and Emergency has declared a prohibited season for Auckland, Waitematā and Counties Manukau districts from 8am Friday 14 March, until further notice.

Winter fire safety

Every year, as temperatures drop, we see a significant increase in the number of house fires. Winter brings a unique set of fire dangers that you need to be aware of. Follow these fire simple safety tips to help keep you, your whanau or flatmates safe, no matter the season.

Fighting fires on ice

News and media|27 October 2022

Since 2015, Fire and Emergency Trainer Rob Millener has been involved with the annual Antarctica NZ training, responsible for making sure Scott Base’s seasonal staff are trained and well-equipped to deal with fighting fires.

Fire and Emergency sends fourth crew to Canada to assist with wildfires

News and media|17 July 2023

As fires still impact Canada, a fourth crew from Fire and Emergency is on its way to the province of Alberta to help fight wildfires.

IGNITE Magazine: Issue 24

News and media|18 July 2022

Ignite represents the voices of the people across the country who dedicate themselves to protecting life, the environment and property in their communities.

Cook safely with hāngī, umu, and lovo this Christmas

News and media|22 December 2020

Fire and Emergency New Zealand wants people to safely use cultural cooking methods over the summer.

Preparing your land before the wildfire season: pile burns

News and media|10 October 2023

With summer set to be hotter, drier, and windier, now’s the time to get ahead and prepare your land.

West Melton fire update #5

News and media|9 December 2024

Firefighters supported by four helicopters are strengthening the perimeter of the fire at West Melton ahead of strong nor-west winds forecast to develop later this morning.