Emergency Services Guide in Cambodia

Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers

• Emergency Number: 117 (universal emergency)

• Ambulance Response: 15-30 minutes urban, 45-60 minutes rural

• Hospital Coverage: Limited public healthcare system with regional variations

• Trauma Centers: Limited facilities in Phnom Penh and major cities

• Language Support: Limited English availability in emergency services

Universal

117

Police

117

Fire

118

Medical

119

Other Numbers

tourist police: 012 942 484

Urban Areas

~25 min

Rural Areas

~55 min

Emergency response times vary significantly between urban and rural areas due to infrastructure limitations

System Type: mixed

Limited public healthcare system with significant disparities between urban and rural areas. Private hospitals concentrated in major cities

Coverage Rating:4.5/10

Minimal specialized trauma care, with most advanced facilities located in Phnom Penh

Phnom PenhSiem Reap

Specialized Care:

English Available: Limited

Very limited English support in emergency services. International visitors should have translation assistance

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