Emergency Services Guide · BarbadosEmergency Services Guide in Barbados
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 211 (Police/Fire/Ambulance)
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 20-30 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with Queen Elizabeth Hospital as primary medical center
• Trauma Care: Limited specialized trauma centers in Bridgetown
• Language Support: English is primary emergency service language
Emergency Numbers
Universal
211
Police
211
Fire
211
Medical
211
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~25 min
Emergency response times vary by location, with faster response in urban Bridgetown compared to rural areas
Hospital System
Public healthcare system centered around Queen Elizabeth Hospital, providing comprehensive medical services
Major Trauma Centers
Limited specialized trauma care, with Queen Elizabeth Hospital providing primary emergency services
Specialized Care:
- General emergency care
Language Support
All emergency services operate primarily in English
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