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.

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Fire & Emergency New Zealand

Restricted fire season for Marlborough and Kaikoura

Restricted fire season for Marlborough and Kaikoura

24 December 2020

A restricted fire season is now in place across Marlborough and Kaikoura. The change in fire season came into effect 8am Thursday 24 December 2020.

Principal Rural Fire Officer Chris Hayles says anyone wanting to light an outdoor fire in Marlborough and Kaikoura will now need to apply for a fire permit.

"With the recent hot and dry weather we’ve had, we have a lot more dry vegetation around here than previous years," says Chris Hayles.

"This increases the fire danger and means if a fire were to start, it could spread very quickly."

"We urge everyone in Marlborough and Kaikoura, whether you live here or are visiting for the summer, to follow the fire season.

"Be safe and apply for a permit if you want to light an outdoor fire. If you have a permit, follow the conditions listed on it."

"When you apply for a permit we can help you plan your fire and give you advice on the best day, time and location for your fire which will reduce the likelihood of it getting out of control."

"Go to  www.checkitsalright.nz and follow the instructions to apply for your permit."

"In a restricted season it’s okay to light up your gas or charcoal barbecues or have a hangi or umu without a fire permit - but follow our safety tips on www.checkitsalright.nz and check the fire danger level for the day you plan to have one. Hold off if it’s too windy or the fire danger level is too high."

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