Otane Volunteer Fire Brigade

08/09/2026

There will be a memorial service on station on 26th September for Arthur Poulton, a Honarary Life Member of our brigade, pictured here - fourth from the left, front row - when he was given the honour back in 2022. Please message the page for more details.

08/09/2026

05/09/2026

This morning's callout.

04/09/2026

Strong winds...

🚫 Please don’t light outdoor fires.
💧 Check old burn sites are completely out.

One spark can quickly become a fire. Stay safe and help protect our community.

👉 For more information visit: https://www.metservice.com/warnings/home

01/09/2026

Well this is timely for us after yesterday!

🔥 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

🍃 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

We'd love to meet you, but not in one of the worst moments of your life. From Te Hauke to Otane to Takapau and beyond, get thru on 2.

10 fatal crashes on Central Hawke’s Bay roads over 18 months – including 7 on State Highway 2.

10 lives lost – including 8 Central Hawke’s Bay locals.

10 lives lost is 10 too many.

Today, Police are launching a six-month road policing operation, focusing on reducing road trauma on State Highway 2.

The operation will focus on targeted enforcement, prevention, education and community engagement and is being undertaken alongside NZTA, local councils and other road safety partners.

We are asking our communities to play their part.

Simple behaviours like buckling up before you travel, not getting behind the wheel if you’re impaired by alcohol, drugs or fatigue, staying fully focused on the road without any distractions, and slowing down, are crucial in avoiding crashes and deaths.

Together, we can make our roads a safer place.

31/08/2026

Big day for our District's firefighters today. For us: 1st call tanker, 2nd call fire truck, both to vege fires, and 3rd call was both to another vege fire 🔥

An orange severe wind warning is in place until 7pm.

13/08/2026

This is a great way for you to thank your wonderful local Otane Fire Brigade!! 🔥 They're looking for stories showcasing the incredible impact we have on our community ❤️

As part of International Volunteer Year 2026, the United Fire Brigades' Association (UFBA) is inviting New Zealanders to nominate their local volunteer fire brigade for Brigade of the Year.

09/08/2026

We had to wait for several vehicles at the intersection with SH2 on our way to a crash yesterday. Friendly reminder to please pull over, as soon as you can safely do so, to allow emergency vehicles to get to where they need to go 🚒