Emergency Services Guide · LebanonEmergency Services Guide in Lebanon
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 112 (universal), 140 (Red Cross)
• Ambulance Response: 10-20 minutes urban, 30-45 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Mixed public-private system with major facilities in Beirut and major cities
• Trauma Centers: Primary centers in Beirut, Tripoli, Sidon
• Language Support: Arabic, English, French emergency services available
Emergency Numbers
Universal
112
Police
112
Fire
175
Medical
140
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~15 min
Rural Areas
~35 min
Response times vary significantly between urban and rural areas due to infrastructure challenges
Hospital System
Combination of public and private healthcare facilities, with most advanced medical services concentrated in Beirut
Major Trauma Centers
Limited comprehensive trauma centers, with most advanced facilities in Beirut metropolitan area
Specialized Care:
- Burn units
- Cardiac care
- Trauma stabilization
Language Support
Emergency services typically support Arabic, English, and French
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