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.

About fire weather

The fire weather index system provides up-to-date weather information about fire danger.

We use the fire weather system to predict the chances of a fire starting, spreading, and causing damage on a particular day. This is one of the factors we consider when deciding the fire season status and whether it is appropriate to issue a fire permit or not.

If you're interested in seeing what the fire weather is in your area, visit the Fire and Emergency New Zealand fire weather website.

But remember – knowing the fire weather does not excuse you from needing a rural fire permit. Please check the fire season status before lighting any fire in open air.