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Public urged to check historic burn sites ahead of strong wind warnings this Easter
9 April 2020 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency is asking people to check any old burn sites are fully extinguished so they do not reignite with the strong winds forecast for this Easter.
Stay fire safe with your bubble mates this daylight savings weekend
4 April 2020 | Announcements
Stay fire safe during the COVID-19 lockdown. Check your smoke alarms this daylight savings weekend.
Hold off lighting outdoor fires during the COVID-19 Lockdown
31 March 2020 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency is asking people to hold off lighting outdoor fires during the COVID-19 Lockdown.
Change to fire season in Manawatu, Palmerston North, Rangitikei and Horowhenua
31 March 2020 | Fire Season Updates
Manawatu, Palmerston North, Rangitikei and Horowhenua will move into an open fire season effective from 8am Wednesday 1 April.
Change in fire season for Wairarapa and Tararua Districts
30 March 2020 | Fire Season Updates
The fire seasons for Wairarapa and Tararua Districts will change from prohibited to restricted effective from 8am this morning (Monday 30 March).
Remember fire safety in your COVID-19 preparations
25 March 2020 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency is urging New Zealanders to think about fire safety as they self-isolate to prevent spread of COVID-19.
Change in fire season for Pumicelands
23 March 2020 | Fire Season Updates
The fire season in Pumicelands will change from prohibited to restricted effective from 8am Tuesday 24 March.
Changes to fire season for Nelson Tasman
20 March 2020 | Fire Season Updates
The fire season in Waimea, Richmond, Nelson and Coastal zones will change from prohibited to restricted effective from midnight Friday the 20th March.