Essential Emergency Numbers for Popular Family Destinations

A guide to ensuring your family's safety while traveling

Traveling with family brings countless joys and memories, but it is essential to be prepared for any emergencies that may arise. Knowing the local emergency numbers of your destination can provide peace of mind and ensure swift assistance when needed. This guide covers the emergency numbers for some of the most popular family vacation spots around the globe.

*These numbers have been updated as of Feb 2025*

United States

In the United States, the universal emergency number is 911. This number connects you to police, fire, and ambulance services. For non-emergency medical advice, you can call 311 in many cities.

Canada

Similar to the United States, Canada uses 911 for all emergency services, including police, fire, and medical emergencies. For health-related non-emergencies, you can contact 811 to speak to a nurse.

United Kingdom

In the United Kingdom, the emergency number is 999. This number is used for police, fire, and medical emergencies. For non-urgent health advice, 111 is available.

France

France has several emergency numbers depending on the type of emergency:

·       15 - Medical emergencies

·       17 - Police

·       18 - Fire services

Additionally, 112 is the European emergency number and can be dialed for any type of emergency in France.

Germany

Germany also uses 112 for all emergency services, including medical, fire, and police. For non-emergency medical advice, you can contact the medical on-call service at 116 117.

Australia

In Australia, the primary emergency number is 000, covering police, fire, and medical services. For non-urgent medical advice, you can call 13 HEALTH (13 43 25 84).

Japan

Japan has two main emergency numbers:

·       110 - Police

·       119 - Fire and ambulance services

Italy

Italy uses 112 as its primary emergency number, covering police, fire, and medical services. Additionally, for specific services:

·       113 - Police

·       115 - Fire services

·       118 - Medical emergencies

Spain

In Spain, the main emergency number is 112, which connects you to police, fire, and medical services. For urgent medical assistance, you can also dial 061.

China

China has distinct emergency numbers for different services:

·       110 - Police

·       119 - Fire services

·       120 - Medical emergencies

Mexico

Mexico's emergency number is 911, similar to the United States and Canada, covering police, fire, and medical emergencies.

Brazil

Brazil uses separate numbers for different emergency services:

·       190 - Police

·       192 - Medical emergencies

·       193 - Fire services

India

India has a single emergency number, 112, which covers police, fire, and medical services. For specific services:

·       100 - Police

·       101 - Fire services

·       102 - Medical emergencies

South Africa

South Africa's main emergency number is 10111, which connects you to police services. For ambulance and fire emergencies, you can dial 10177. Additionally, 112 is available for cell phone users.

United Arab Emirates

In the UAE, the emergency numbers are:

·       999 - Police

·       998 - Ambulance services

·       997 - Fire services

New Zealand

New Zealand's emergency number is 111 for police, fire, and medical emergencies.

Switzerland

Switzerland uses 112 as its primary emergency number covering all services. Additionally:

·       117 - Police

·       118 - Fire services

·       144 - Medical emergencies

Netherlands

In the Netherlands, the emergency number is 112 for police, fire, and medical services.

Conclusion

No matter where your family travels take you, knowing the local emergency numbers can be crucial in ensuring everyone's safety. While we hope you never have to use these numbers, being prepared for any situation allows you to focus on creating beautiful memories with your loved ones. Safe travels!