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

Cromwell structure fire update

Cromwell structure fire update

16 February 2022

Firefighters are actively fighting a large commercial building fire in McNulty Road in Cromwell, Central Otago.

The fire broke out shortly before 4pm today. Eight fire trucks have responded to the incident. It’s expected to be a long duration event.

There is large smoke presence at the incident. Members of the public should stay out of the smoke and keep their doors and windows shut. People experiencing respiratory issues can call Healthline on 0800 611 116.

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