Emergency Services Guide in Gibraltar
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 112 (universal), 999 (UK legacy)
• Ambulance Response: 8-12 minutes in urban areas
• Hospital Coverage: Single public hospital (St. Bernard's Hospital) serving entire Gibraltar
• Trauma Care: Limited local facilities, complex cases transferred to UK
• Language Support: English is primary language
Emergency Numbers
Universal
112
Police
199
Fire
190
Medical
190
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~10 min
Rural Areas
~12 min
Compact geography allows rapid emergency response across entire territory
Hospital System
Single public hospital with comprehensive emergency and general medical services
Major Trauma Centers
Limited local trauma capabilities, complex cases referred to UK hospitals
Specialized Care:
- Basic emergency care
Language Support
All emergency services operate exclusively in English
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