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Manawatu Volunteer Fire Brigade Manawatu Volunteer Fire Brigade, volunteer fire fighters who give freely of their time to protect their community.

The Manawatu District with a population of over 29,000 covers an area of 2500 sq km, commonly referred to as "The Manawatu", the district is based on the town of Feilding and includes the area between the Manawatu River in the south and the Manawatu River in the north; stretching from Himatangi in the south, to Mangaweka in the north; and from the Manawatu River in the west to the summits of the Ruahine Ranges in the east. We use our social media channels to provide important risk reduction and community readiness and recovery information to the public. We welcome contributions to our pages, including constructive feedback and differing opinions, however please ensure your comments are relevant and respectful. We want to foster an informed and engaged online community. To ensure that our social media platforms are used appropriately, we ask that people follow our community guidelines: https://fireandemergency.nz/social-media-community-guidelines/

If you find content on one of our official pages which you believe breaches these guidelines please let us know by emailing [email protected]

Any questions, let us know – we’re happy to help!

02/10/2026

πŸš’πŸ“ž UNSURE IF IT'S AN EMERGENCY? LET US DECIDE CALL 111! 🚨

Not sure if what you're seeing is an emergency? Don't hesitate to call 111.

πŸ”₯ Whether it's smoke, a fire, or another situation where you think someone may be in danger, it's always better to make the call and let our emergency call takers assess the situation.

⏱️ In an emergency, every second counts. Don't put yourself or others at risk trying to investigate.

❀️ If you think it could be an emergency, call 111. We're here to help.

πŸš’ Please share this reminder with your whānau and friends.

26/09/2026

Daylight savings is this weekend, don’t forget to check your smoke alarms.

21/09/2026

A little gardening now can prevent bigger problems later ✨

Clear dead and dry vegetation, keep grass in check, check water supplies, and make sure emergency vehicles can get through to your property 🏑

Changing weather can increase fire risk fast, so now’s the time to get prepared πŸ”₯πŸ”₯πŸ”₯

πŸ‘‰ checkitsalright here: https://www.checkitsalright.nz/

21/09/2026
17/09/2026

🌾πŸ”₯ Living Rural? Prepare Your Property for Wildfire πŸ”₯🌾

If you live rurally, taking a few simple steps around your property can help reduce the risk of wildfire and give your home a better chance if a fire occurs.

🏑 Take a look around your property and:

🌿 Clear away dead, dry vegetation, leaves and other flammable material from around your home and outbuildings.
πŸ”₯ Keep firewood, gas bottles, fuel and other combustible materials well away from buildings.
πŸš’ Make sure your driveway and accessways are at least 4 metres wide and 4 metres high so emergency vehicles can get through.
πŸ’§ Check that you have an adequate water supply available for firefighting.
🌳 Trim trees and vegetation around buildings and accessways.
🌱 Keep grass and vegetation under control, particularly as it dries out.
🚜 Keep machinery maintained and check it for anything that could create a spark or start a fire.
πŸ“‹ Have a plan for your family, livestock and property if a wildfire threatens. Have a go bag ready.

πŸ”₯ Remember, conditions can change quickly. What may be a safe place for an outdoor fire today can become hazardous when the weather turns hot, dry and windy.

🌿 Don't wait for summer, start preparing your property now.

For more information on preparing your property for wildfire, visit https://www.checkitsalright.nz/prepare-for-wildfire

17/09/2026
Manawatu Volunteer Fire Brigade is looking for passionate, community-minded people to join our team! πŸ”₯Whether you’re loo...
16/09/2026

Manawatu Volunteer Fire Brigade is looking for passionate, community-minded people to join our team! πŸ”₯

Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, want to learn new skills, or simply want to give back to your community, we’d love to hear from you.

Join our brigade family, make a difference, and be part of something bigger.

πŸ“© Interested? Flick us an email [email protected]

07/09/2026

πŸŒ§οΈπŸ’¨ Strong Winds and Heavy rain on Way – Take Care and Be Prepared πŸ’¨πŸŒ§οΈ

With strong winds and heavy rain affecting parts of our region, now is a good time to make sure you and your property are prepared.

🏑 Before the weather arrives:

πŸ”₯ If you have a burn pile, make sure it is completely extinguished. Strong winds can cause embers to reignite and spread.
πŸ’¨ Secure outdoor furniture, trampolines and other loose items that could be blown around.
🌿 Check for loose branches and keep clear of trees during strong winds.

🌧️ Clear gutters and drains where it is safe to do so.
πŸš— Take extra care on the roads and drive to the conditions.
πŸ“± Keep up to date with the latest weather warnings and follow advice from local authorities and emergency services.

⚠️ Conditions can change quickly, so take a few minutes now to prepare.

Keep yourself, your whānau and your neighbours safe, and don't take unnecessary risks. πŸ’™πŸš’

31/08/2026

πŸ”₯ While fire danger is expected to rise gradually through spring, strong westerly winds may bring periods of elevated fire danger in some regions

🌱 As spring progresses clear dead and dry vegetation from around buildings, make sure emergency vehicles can easily access your property, ensure water supplies are available and keep spring grass growth under control

πŸƒ How quickly conditions change will depend on spring weather, including temperature, rainfall, humidity, and strong winds

🏑 Now is the time to get prepared. Review your plans, talk with your community, and take practical steps to reduce fire risk before conditions become more challenging

For more information go to: checkitsalright.nz/prepare-for-wildfire

31/08/2026

🌿🐦 Spring is almost here and that means nesting season is about to begin! 🐦🌿

As the weather warms up, birds may start looking for sheltered places to build their nests πŸͺΊ including under the bonnets of cars, tractors and other machinery. πŸš—πŸšœ

Before starting a vehicle or piece of machinery that hasn’t been used for a while, take a moment to check for:

βœ”οΈ Nests, twigs, hay or other nesting material
βœ”οΈ Signs that birds may have made a home under the bonnet or around the engine
βœ”οΈ Any debris that could become a fire hazard once the engine heats up πŸ”₯

A quick check could help protect our feathered friends and prevent a potential fire. πŸ’™πŸš’

Spring is a great reminder to check before you start! πŸ¦πŸš—

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Kimbolton Road
Feilding
4702

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