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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

Changes to fire season in Taranaki, Whanganui and Ruapehu

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Changes to fire season in Taranaki, Whanganui and Ruapehu

11 Poutūterangi 2020

As of 8 am Wednesday 11 March, the fire season in Taranaki, Whanganui and Ruapehu has changed from prohibited to open fire season.

The Ngaere Swamp Area will return to its normal restricted season where a permit to light a fire is required in most instances.

Principal Rural Fire Officer Nigel Dravitzki says the changes have been made because recent rain across the area has reduced the fire risk significantly.

However people should follow District and Regional Councils rules about lighting fires in open air.

"While Taranaki, Whanganui and Ruapehu are now an open season, Councils may have rules in place. People should check with the Councils before lighting a fire."

Go to www.checkitsalright.nz to check the fire season in your specific location & for tips to make sure you and your family stay fire safe.

ENDS

For more information, please contact the Fire and Emergency New Zealand media team

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