Our 3-Step Escape Plan

  • First Escape Route
  • Second Escape Route
  • Meeting Place
Notes

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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

Total fire ban for parts of Te Tai Tokerau Northland

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Total fire ban for parts of Te Tai Tokerau Northland

28 Huitanguru 2025

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has declared a prohibited fire season for the Muriwhenua, Hokianga, Ripiro and Paparoa zones of Te Tai Tokerau Northland from 8am on Saturday 1 March, until further notice.

A prohibited fire season means no outdoor fires are allowed and all fire permits are revoked.

Northland District Manager Wipari Henwood says a hot, windy summer with minimal rainfall has elevated the fire danger in these areas.

"The frequent hot days we’re experiencing have increased the chances of a fire taking hold that we will not be able to contain quickly," he says.

"This week we have had multiple helicopters, trucks, firefighters, and support teams working around the clock to contain a large vegetation fire at the Waipoua River.

"Residents have been evacuated and are still waiting to return to their homes.

"This is a prime example of the impacts a fire can have when it gets out of control."

Wipari Henwood asks people to think about fire risk before doing things that can generate heat and/or sparks and cause fires.

"If you have any pātai about fire safety, there is good advice and guidance at checkitsalright.nz."

The attached map shows the boundaries of the fire ban. Please note this map is indicative only, and people should also visit checkitsalright.nz to see what fire season their area is in. 

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