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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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Open fire season for Bay of Plenty

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Open fire season for Bay of Plenty

28 Poutūterangi 2022

Bay of Plenty District is now in an open fire season, effective from 8am, Monday 28 March. This includes Tauranga, South Waikato, Western Bay of Plenty, Taupō, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki.

District Manager Jeff Maunder says that an open fire season means permits are no longer required to light fires in the open-air.

"The recent weather conditions have reduced the fire risk and we’re comfortable that fire permits are not needed at this time," he says.

However, Jeff reminds everyone that they still need to take care and be responsible when lighting outdoor fires.

"Before you light a fire, make sure to check the conditions on www.checkitsalright.nz. If it’s hot and windy, please postpone your fire until the conditions are less of a risk."

For more fire safety advice go to www.checkitsalright.nz.

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