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  • 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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Tairāwhiti moves to an open fire season

Tairāwhiti moves to an open fire season

18 January 2023

Fire restrictions have been lifted in Tairāwhiti with the District moving back to an open fire season from 8am today (Wednesday 18 January 2023).

District Manager Peter Clark says the recent rainfall, prior and during Cyclone Hale, has enabled the change to an open fire season from the restricted fire season which has been in place since 22 December.

"The high rainfall has reduced the fire risk to the point that we can remove the fire restrictions in place for Tairāwhiti," he says.

Peter Clark urges people to be vigilant about the fire risks even though permits are no longer required to light a fire in open air.

"Even in an open fire season, people should remain careful when lighting outdoor fires, or carrying out activities that may cause a spark."

"Always check the conditions at www.checkitsalright.nz beforehand, and hold off lighting a fire if it’s hot or windy."

"If you’re undertaking any activities that could cause a spark, make sure to do these in the cooler parts of the day when its less risky." "Follow our fire safety advice at www.checkitsalright.nz to look after Tairāwhiti and keep yourself, your whānau and your home safe this summer."

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