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.

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News and media

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IGNITE Magazine: Issue 13

29 July 2019 | Ignite Magazine

Ignite represents the voices of the men and women across the country who dedicate themselves to protecting life and property in their communities.

Tapu Te Ranga Marae fire accidental investigation finds

28 June 2019 | Announcements

A fire investigation report into a devastating blaze at Tapu Te Ranga Marae in Wellington on 9 June has found it was accidental.

New state-of-the-art fire station for Redwood and Casebrook residents

24 June 2019 | Announcements

Today marks the official opening of Redwood’s new fire station, serving Redwood and Casebrook residents.

New state-of-the-art fire station for Thornbury residents

8 June 2019 | Announcements

Today marks the official opening of Thornbury’s new volunteer fire station, which was opened by the Minister for Internal Affairs, Hon Tracey Martin.

Warning for people living in light industrial areas and converted buildings

29 May 2019 | Community Education

People living in light industrial areas and converted commercial buildings are being urged to make sure they have escape plans