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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.
18 January 2025
At 9:25 pm Fire and Emergency received multiple calls about a vegetation fire burning on Mangere Mountain near Domain Road.
The fire is currently around a hectare in size. Seven crews are working to extinguish the blaze.
People are asked to stay away from the area to allow crews to work.
People on the western side of the mountain may experience smoke. If they are affected, they should stay inside and close all windows and doors.
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