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
Fire & Emergency New Zealand

Changes to fire seasons in Northland

Changes to fire seasons in Northland

19 February 2021

The Far North and Whangārei districts have moved to a restricted fire season today (19 Feb 2021).

Kaipara district and Limestone Island in Whangārei Harbour remain in a prohibited fire season. No fires in the open air are allowed in these areas.

Principal Rural Fire Officer Myles Taylor says the current weather conditions and recent rainfall in the Far North and Whangārei have reduced the fire danger, allowing the change to a restricted fire season. However, there is still a real risk of fire, and people must remain vigilant.

"In a restricted fire season you will need to apply for a permit for any outdoor fires and follow the conditions listed on your fire permit," he says.

"You can have a hangi or umu, but follow the safety tips on www.checkitsalright.nz."

"It’s still very dry in Kaipara, which is why the total fire ban remains in place there and the ban on the private use of fireworks is still in place in Ahipara and the Karikari peninsula."

"It’s been pleasing to see fewer and smaller fires in the area recently, so let’s keep doing our part to stay safe and prevent any devastating wildfires in Northland."

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