Hihiratia mehemea ka āhei koe ki te tahu ahi i tō rohe Check if you can light a fire in your area

Our tip

If a fire is a risk to person or property, call 111 and ask for the Fire Service.

Why we have outdoor fire rules

to protect people and communities from fire
to protect Auckland's air quality
to prevent unnecessary emergency fire calls.

How to check if you can light a fire

Visit Can I light a fire.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand responsibilities

Check the current fire season, then click "Check and apply now" to view the fire season map.

Fire seasons

Fire and Emergency New Zealand:

declares fire seasons within Auckland
issues and renews fire permits.

Apply for or renew a fire permit

For all outdoor fires, you need a current fire permit.

Apply for a permit or renew your existing permit.

Report a problem with a fire

If you have fire safety concerns, visit Fire and Emergency New Zealand.

See Report smoke and pollution from fires for details on reporting nuisance from smoke and pollution.