Use this space to note any additional information about your escape plan, i.e. who will assist
Smoke is poisonous and more deadly than flames.
If you breathe smoke for more than a few breaths it can kill you.
A house fire can kill you in less than three minutes.
Don't spend time trying to save possessions.
A closed door buys you time.
It slows down the spread of fire, giving you more time to get to safety.
People have died by going back into a fire.
Don't leave the meeting place to go back inside for any reason.
25 February 2024
Around 12 firefighters are working on the Port Hills fireground today. Incident Commander Steve Kennedy says the firefighters are continuing to dig out and extinguish deep-seated burning tree roots in the Christchurch Adventure Park. This work will take some time to complete. Work is also continuing on the forestry skid site. A drone flight will be undertaken tonight to map any new hotspots.
