Escape Week: 9-15 February
At Fire and Emergency, we all have a role to play in setting a good example when it comes to fire safety. Have you done your household fire escape plan yet? Check out our video!
News
Joining forces to keep tenants safe from fire
Fire and Emergency and Kāinga Ora (Housing NZ) sign a Relationship Agreement, working together to keep tenants safe from fire.
Fire risk of foam-filled furniture being targeted by Government
Government takes step to improve New Zealanders' safety by making furniture safer with support from Fire and Emergency.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand partners with The Block NZ 2019
Fire and Emergency is delighted to announce we are this year a partner of one of New Zealand’s favourite reality TV shows.
Canterbury brigades stage crash demonstration
The unnecessary death of young New Zealanders in motor vehicle crashes takes a toll not only on families and communities, but on emergency services personnel. Earlier this year the Rolleston and Lincoln Volunteer Fire Brigades decided to do something about it.
In the media
From deployments to North America to remembering the firefighters of 9/11 and stressing the importance of smoke alarms and detectors, there’s been a lot going on this month. Here’s some of the great stories which have been in the media showing the fantastic work we’ve been doing here at Fire Emergency NZ.
Making it easier for people to experience Escape My House
Helping the public experience a house fire – without actually putting them in danger – can be a powerful way to highlight the importance of being ready, and the need for an escape plan and a safe meeting place for every home if there is a fire.
Fire and Emergency launches a promotional fire tractor
This year’s Fieldays at Mystery Creek has a new addition to its site - the Fire and Emergency New Zealand Case tractor, decked out in our livery and fitted with a ladder, lights and sirens.
FE4007 Get Firewise family book and FS4000 Complete Get Firewise year 1 & 2 kit
We are working to resolve issues with the DVDs provided with the Get Firewise Family book and the Get Firewise Year 1 & 2 kits.
Live house burn on Seven Sharp
Fire and Emergency New Zealand will be burning down a house on live TV on Monday 30 April at 7:00pm to highlight the risks of leaving electronic devices on duvets and other bedding material.