Emergency Services Guide · JordanEmergency Services Guide in Jordan
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 911 for all services
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 25-40 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Comprehensive public and private healthcare system
• Trauma Centers: Major centers in Amman, Zarqa, Irbid
• Language Support: Arabic primary, English available in major hospitals
Emergency Numbers
Universal
911
Police
911
Fire
911
Medical
911
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~35 min
Response times vary significantly between urban and rural areas, with longer wait times in remote regions
Hospital System
Combination of public and private healthcare facilities with good coverage in major cities and urban areas
Major Trauma Centers
Level 1 trauma centers located in major urban hospitals with advanced emergency care capabilities
Specialized Care:
- Burn centers
- Cardiac care
- Stroke units
Language Support
English widely understood in medical facilities, especially in private hospitals and urban centers
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