Free Home Fire Safety Visits
Annually Fire and Emergency NZ attend an average of 5226 residential property fires, resulting in 262 injuries and 19 fatalities. The average house can become totally involved in fire within 5 minutes, un-survivable in as little as 3 min and reach temperatures in excess of 1200 degrees Celsius (4 times hotter than the average oven).
Fire and Emergency NZ offer FREE Home Fire Safety Visits, which includes advice on speed of fire, escape plans and working smoke alarms. We can clean, test and ensure they are installed in the correct location. You may also qualify for a free smoke alarm.
To arrange your personal visit, email FENZWellington@fireandemergency.nz with your address and contact details. Regards, your local Fire Safety Team
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