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

Restricted fire season revoked for Coromandel

Restricted fire season revoked for Coromandel

5 April 2024

Fire and Emergency New Zealand is revoking the restricted fire season in the Coromandel from 9am Friday 5 April, until further notice.

This means people in the Coromandel can light outdoor fires without a permit from Fire and Emergency.

Acting District Manager Alan Doherty says with the weather cooling down and more rain, the outdoor fire risk has eased in the Coromandel area.

"It is important the public still ensure any fire they light is well controlled and safe," he says.

"If you need any advice about this or areas covered by year-round restrictions, please head to www.checkitsalright.nz

"The website has plenty of useful information around outdoor fire use and safety," Alan Doherty says.

The rest of the Waikato is in an open fire season.

There are areas around the Waikato that remain in a restricted fire season year-around. You can find out if you are in one of those areas at www.checkitsalright.nz

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