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Advice about smoke exposure, where to get healthcare, mental wellbeing and general health advice relating to the fires is on our website. GP visits and pharmacy prescription fees will be free for fire-related GP appointments.
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The greatest risk is to those in the path of the fire, who must follow the directions of emergency service representatives for their immediate safety.
For those closest to the fire, smoke from the fire may irritate the eyes, nose, throat and airways. These symptoms should quickly pass after you … View moreThe greatest risk is to those in the path of the fire, who must follow the directions of emergency service representatives for their immediate safety.
For those closest to the fire, smoke from the fire may irritate the eyes, nose, throat and airways. These symptoms should quickly pass after you remove yourself from the smoke, with no long-term consequences.
Advice for people with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema or other lung disease are at greatest risk from smoke inhalation. People with angina or other heart disease might also be at greater risk.
People with these conditions should avoid exposure to smoke if possible. If you have any of these conditions and you are being exposed to smoke you should:
* remain indoors
* close all the windows and doors
* turn off ventilation, air conditioning and heating systems that draw in air from outside until the plume has dispersed or moved away, and you can no longer smell smoke.
Most heat pumps will not bring air in from outside when in cooling mode. Check the user manual for more details. Heat pumps and ventilation systems with a HEPA filter can be left on, as the filter will remove most smoke particles.
If you start to develop symptoms, use the medicines prescribed to you by your doctor.
If your symptoms worsen and do not respond to their usual measures, call your General Practice or Healthline 0800 611 116. If you experience breathlessness or chest pain, call 111.
Advice for everyone
In healthy people, most symptoms will disappear soon after the exposure to smoke has ended, without any long-term consequences.
People should avoid exercising outdoors while smoke is present.
Dust masks available from hardware stores will only screen out the largest smoke particles, so are unlikely to provide much protection.
If you are on a roof water supply and a lot of ash is falling on your roof, it might be best to disconnect the pipe to the tank, and only reconnect it after the next heavy rain (discarding the ‘first flush’), to avoid getting ash in your water supply.
Please follow the instructions of the emergency service representatives, and keep up to date via the Nelson Tasman Civil Defence website and Facebook pages (links below). Turn on a radio and keep it tuned to news of the fire, or keep a news live feed open on your computer.
Please look out for your neighbours, especially the elderly, those in ill-health, and those who live alone.
If you can, get a break away from the smoke by relocating to an area unaffected by the smoke plume.
Stress and anxiety
Anxiety is very common during an emergency event such as an uncontrolled fire. This is a normal response to a very stressful situation. Talking to people and helping others can be both therapeutic and useful.
If you need further support for yourself or for others, call your general practice or Healthline on 0800 611 116.
Anyone who has immediate concerns for their safety should call 111.
The road that winds through New Zealand's largest farm will close to the public from Sunday due to "extreme" fire risk.
The Acheron Rd, through the South Island's Molesworth Station, will shut down a month early after a hot, dry summer left it with a large amount of tinder … View moreThe road that winds through New Zealand's largest farm will close to the public from Sunday due to "extreme" fire risk.
The Acheron Rd, through the South Island's Molesworth Station, will shut down a month early after a hot, dry summer left it with a large amount of tinder dry growth. Read more
The Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service has issued updated health advice for people exposed to the smoke plume arising from the Pigeon Valley forest fires in the Tasman district. People with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema or other lung disease are at greatest risk from smoke inhalation. People … View moreThe Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service has issued updated health advice for people exposed to the smoke plume arising from the Pigeon Valley forest fires in the Tasman district. People with asthma, bronchitis, emphysema or other lung disease are at greatest risk from smoke inhalation. People with angina or other heart disease might also be at greater risk. Please read the health advice online here:
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The Nelson Marlborough Public Health Service has issued health advice for people exposed to the smoke plume arising from the Pigeon Valley forest fires in the Tasman district. Please read this online here:
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Love is in the air this month! And no, we’re not just talking about the heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and cheesy cards lining the aisles of stores... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign. February is all about finding ways to show your community a little extra love and care.
… View moreLove is in the air this month! And no, we’re not just talking about the heart-shaped boxes of chocolates and cheesy cards lining the aisles of stores... we’re talking about this month’s national campaign. February is all about finding ways to show your community a little extra love and care.
Whether it’s organising a street clean up, helping a neighbour tidy up their property, putting together a working bee to paint a community mural, or installing a communal free kai pantry or library - there are so many ways to make our neighbourhoods that much more enjoyable for everyone.
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Have you had a near miss when you’re out cycling or walking? If you have we want to know about it. In an effort to improve road safety in our region, residents are asked to record any crashes or narrow escapes on the official Bike/Walk Crash or Near Miss Report Form on the Marlborough District … View moreHave you had a near miss when you’re out cycling or walking? If you have we want to know about it. In an effort to improve road safety in our region, residents are asked to record any crashes or narrow escapes on the official Bike/Walk Crash or Near Miss Report Form on the Marlborough District Council website.
Council Road Safety Coordinator Robyn Blackburn says we want people to use active transport to get to school but they need to feel safe doing so.
Tell us about your ‘near miss’ at www.marlborough.govt.nz and search for 'Near Miss'.
Hey neighbours,
The proposed South Express cycleway, which links Templeton to Hagley Park, will turn sections of residential streets into culs-de-sac and also see about 65 trees replaced.
New traffic signals will be added at 11 intersections along the route.
The work is part of the … View moreHey neighbours,
The proposed South Express cycleway, which links Templeton to Hagley Park, will turn sections of residential streets into culs-de-sac and also see about 65 trees replaced.
New traffic signals will be added at 11 intersections along the route.
The work is part of the council's $252m major cycleways programme that will see suburbs connected to the central city through 13 separate routes.
What do you think of the plans? How will the roading changes affect you? Do you think this is the best use of the NZ Transport Agency's funding?
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New Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.
Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict… View moreNew Zealand is preparing for a future free trade agreement with the United Kingdom. We’re asking for New Zealanders’ views now, so we can take them into account right from the start of the process.
Key benefits we will be looking for include removing tariffs and other barriers that restrict the flow of goods and services between our countries, and closer cooperation on progressive trade issues, including environmental protection.
Submissions are closing on 11 February, so to make your voice heard, just answer our quick poll question and share your thoughts now.
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