Emergency Helplines In SA
Life is unpredictable, it is always wise to keep emergency numbers with you, in case something happens and you need help.
Take a look at some of the most useful emergency numbers for major cities in South Africa.
| Department | Johannesburg | Pretoria/Tshwane | Durban | Cape Town | Bloemfontein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emergency Call Centre | - | 012 368 2111 | 031 311 1111 | 021 480 7700 | 051 405 8911 |
| Fire / Ambulance | 011 375 5911 | 012 310 6300 | 031 361 0000 | 021 535 1100 | 051 406 6666 / 051 407 6000 |
| Metro Police | 011 490 1510 | 012 358 7095 | 031 361 0000 | - | 051 407 3940 |
| Water | 011 681 7800 | 012 358 2111 | 080 131 3013 | - | 051 405 8191 |
| Electricity | 011 375 5555 | 080 111 1556 | 080 131 3111 | 080 022 0440 | 051 409 2345 |
National Emergency Numbers
| Function | Code |
|---|---|
| Police (flying Squad) | 10111 |
| Cell phone emergency | 112 |
| Ambulance response | 10177 |