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

Onehunga Fire Update #5

Onehunga Fire Update #5

8 February 2024

Fire and Emergency crews are making good progress at the scene of an industrial fire in Onehunga.

Incident Controller Brad Harvey said crews were being assisted by heavy machinery and USAR drones.

"The fire is very deep seated. Diggers and front-end loaders are working to dig and delayer the fire, with aerial appliances directing water to keep the area damp.

"USAR drones were operating earlier today to help our crews identify hot spots.

"The fire is under control, but operations are expected to continue through the night with a smaller crew in attendance."

Fire investigators are on site and investigations into the cause of the fire are ongoing.

There may continue to be smoke in the area. If the smoke causes respiratory problems, please ring Healthline for free advice on 0800 611116 or see your doctor if you have breathing difficulties.

Victoria Street remains closed.

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