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

Ignite Magazine: Issue 33

Ignite Magazine: Issue 33

27 March 2025

Ignite represents the voices of the people across the country who dedicate themselves to protecting life, the environment and property in their communities.

 In this issue

  • A coordinated effort in the South Island is contributing to our use of retardant as a wildfire containment measure.
  • An interview with one of our Lead Teams programme alumni.
  • A recent forum that assessed our motor vehicle crash capability.

Download the latest Ignite Magazine to read.

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