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Statement from Fire and Emergency Chief Executive - Muriwai Search and Rescue

15 February 2023 | Emergency Information

This statement is from Fire and Emergency Chief Executive Kerry Gregory.

Statement from Chief Executive Kerry Gregory - Muriwai Incident

14 February 2023 | Emergency Information

Two of our firefighters were trapped in a landslide at Muriwai last night.

Cyclone Gabrielle Update #7 - Fire and Emergency

14 February 2023 | Emergency Information

Cyclone Gabrielle Update #7

Cyclone Gabrielle Update #7 - Fire and Emergency

14 February 2023 | Emergency Information

Fire and Emergency is urging people to stay home as an increasing number of trees come down across road due to Cyclone Gabrielle.

Cyclone Gabrielle Update #6

13 February 2023 | Emergency Information

Fire and Emergency is urging people to only call 111 if life or safety is at risk tonight.

Cyclone Gabrielle Update #4

13 February 2023 | Emergency Information

The number of people calling 111 for assistance in Cyclone Gabrielle is increasing in Northland, Auckland and Coromandel.

Practising Fire Safety During a Power Outage

13 February 2023 | Emergency Information

Fire and Emergency New Zealand encourages people across the North Island to remain vigilant and practise fire safety during a power outage.

Fire and Emergency USAR joins forces with NZ Response Teams for Cyclone Gabrielle

13 February 2023 | Emergency Information

Fire and Emergency is bolstering its Urban Search and Rescue (USAR) capacity and capability ahead of the worst effects of Cyclone Gabrielle.