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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If you are experiencing or have experienced unwanted behaviour it can be distressing and challenging.

Message from our Chair: Celebrating all personnel this International Firefighters’ Day

News and media|4 May 2019

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New first response unit in Waverley to boost emergency care

News and media|28 March 2025

A new first response unit in Waverley will enhance emergency medical response for the local community in South Taranaki, providing faster treatment in critical situations and protecting more lives.

Northland and Auckland Severe Weather Event Update #1

News and media|9 May 2023

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is currently responding to multiple weather related incidents due to the severe weather across the upper North Island.

Care still required during Open Fire Season in Otago

News and media|17 May 2021

Otago District has moved to an open fire season today (Monday 17 May) and Fire and Emergency is reminding the public that they must still take all precautions before lighting any fires in the open.

Canterbury Fires update #12

News and media|22 January 2024

Firefighters have put out a large vegetation fire near Swannanoa.

Non-Fatal Fire Related Injuries: The lived experiences of those who have been involved in a house fire event - report #185 (2021)
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The research aims to identify the lived experiences, motivations and actions of those sustaining a non-fatal fire-related injury (NFFRI)

Be fire safe during COVID-19 lockdown

News and media|18 August 2021

Fire and Emergency is ready to respond to emergencies during Level 4 COVID lockdown, as always.