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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.

  • Be fast

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    Don't spend time trying to save possessions.

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    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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Restricted Fire Season for Otago’s Central Zone

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Restricted Fire Season for Otago’s Central Zone

19 Whiringa-ā-nuku 2022

The Otago District Central Zone will move to a restricted fire season at 8am Thursday 20 October 2022.

Otago District Manager Phil Marsh says the area is drying out rapidly and landowners and holidaymakers should be reducing the risks as much as possible.

"Our weather outlook is pointing towards a hot, dry summer which will elevate potential fire danger across the Central Zone," he says.

A restricted fire season means anyone wanting to light an open-air fire in the area will need to apply for a permit. If you need to apply for a permit, please use the ‘can I light a fire tool’ on www.checkitsalright.nz.

Permit-holders must follow the conditions of their permit. Any person who is lighting an open-air fire will still need to take great care - check local weather conditions, prepare a safe spot and be ready to extinguish the fire if necessary.

"It only takes one spark to start a devastating wildfire so remember, if it is hot and windy, please do not light a fire."

You can find information about what you can and can’t do during a restricted fire season as well as fire safety tips at www.checkitsalright.nz.

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