Upper Hutt Volunteer Fire Brigade

26/05/2026

19/05/2026

We held combined training scenarios last night with Seaview Volunteer Fire Brigade .
It was great night training with new faces.

20/04/2026

Message from the Upper Hutt city council.......

🌧️Tuesday update – 6.05am
Good morning, Upper Hutt!
Heavy rain and strong winds are currently forecast to continue across the region today. Conditions remain unpredictable, and the risk of slips, flooding, and surface flooding is still high today.
👉 Avoid unnecessary travel. Stay home if it is safe to do so.
🚗 If you must travel:
• drive to the conditions and slow down
• increase following distances
• watch for debris, surface flooding, and slips
• expect delays and possible road closures
⛔ Local road closures and restrictions:
• One lane is closed at 615 Whitemans Valley Road due to a slip
• The right lane on Wallaceville Hill Road is closed due to a fallen tree
• The parking area under the Silverstream Bridge is closed for public safety
🏫 Check before you go:
• Check with your child’s school or early childhood centre for closures
• Check Metlink for public transport disruptions
• Check with your workplace about alternative arrangements
• Check NZTA Journey Planner for live updates to state highways disruptions: https://www.journeys.nzta.govt.nz/journey-planner
⚠️ Stay safe:
• Do not walk, drive, or play in floodwater
• Stay away from rivers, streams, and bridges
• Do not attempt to clear slips or debris yourself. These areas can be unstable and dangerous
• Please continue to report issues to Council and allow trained crews to respond safely
• Be prepared for possible power outages
• Keep phones charged and emergency supplies ready
🤝 Look out for one another
• Check in on neighbours, friends, and whānau, especially those who may need extra support, when it is safe to do so
📢 Council crews are continuing to monitor conditions and responding where needed. We will keep providing updates through the day
Stay safe, Upper Hutt. 💛

24/03/2026

We understand people in our community are concerned about the impact of the Middle East conflict on fuel, and it may be tempting to store extra fuel on your property. Fire and Emergency does not recommend this.
Fuel is a highly flammable substance, and storing large quantities of it comes with serious fire danger.
A fire involving fuel spreads rapidly and releases a lot of heat. Even a small spill can cause a devastating fire that will spread incredibly quickly.
Find further information on the storage of your existing fuel: www.epa.govt.nz/everyday-environment/petrol/

04/01/2026

Are you feeling like a new year new you?

If you love your little patch of Aotearoa and want to get involved and serve your community, joining your local volunteer fire brigade might be the change you are looking for.

2026 is International Volunteer Year, so there’s no better time than to reach out to your local brigade and see if this is something for you!

Volunteer roles range from being a firefighter or medical first responder, to operational support and brigade support

Head to our website for information about volunteering https://www.fireandemergency.nz/work-or-volunteer-for-us/volunteering/

15/12/2025

20/10/2025

It's on again for 2025, Supporting The Cadet Forces this year.

12/09/2025

It's a great day in town today. Come down and see us the upper hutt spring fair.

13/08/2025

In the last 12 months, 17 people have died in avoidable residential house fires in New Zealand.

𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝟏𝟎 𝐲𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬!

Many of these fires have been in homes with working smoke alarms but they need to be in the right places. A working smoke alarm in the lounge is no good to you if a fire starts from your bedroom heater and your door is closed.

Fire and Emergency New Zealand recommend installing interconnected smoke alarms in all bedrooms, living areas and hallways. This includes caravans and sleepouts. A fire can be un-survivable within three minutes so it is vital we get that early warning from our smoke alarms.

Full article ⬇
https://www.1news.co.nz/2025/07/25/seventeen-deaths-fatal-house-fires-worst-in-10-years/

Create your 3-step escape plan ⬇
https://www.fireandemergency.nz/home-fire-safety/3-step-escape-plan/

05/08/2025

We are looking for new members!
You'll never get as much satisfaction from your spare time as you will helping someone who needs a hand. We do fires, accidents, rescues and medical calls from locals in true need.
Backing us up is world-class training and equipment and supportive and caring team mates - across the country. Once you've joined FENZ you've got trusty mates in every village and city in New Zealand.
We train once a week and turn out to calls when we are available.
We need people who care about other people. Nope you don't even need to have super human strength or Arms the size of the Hulk.
If you live or work in the TRENTHAM area Please flick us a message and call in and see us. We are on Station training every Monday night from 7:00PM.
Trentham Station - 545 Fergusson Dr, Upper Hutt