Emergency Services Guide
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers in Montserrat
• Emergency Number: 664 (Police/Fire/Medical - unified emergency number)
• Ambulance Response: 15-30 minutes average (island-wide service from Brades)
• Hospital Coverage: Single public hospital (Glendon Hospital) serving entire population of ~4,900
• Trauma Centers: Limited trauma capability; serious cases transferred to Antigua or Guadeloupe
• Language Support: English is official language; all emergency services conducted in English
• International Visitors: Travel insurance strongly recommended; no reciprocal healthcare agreements
Emergency Numbers
Universal
664
Police
664
Fire
664
Medical
664
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~15 min
Rural Areas
~25 min
Response times vary significantly due to island's small size (39 sq km) and single ambulance station in Brades. Mountainous terrain and limited road infrastructure can affect response times in southern areas.
Hospital System
Montserrat has a single public hospital (Glendon Hospital) located in Brades serving the entire population of approximately 4,900 residents. Healthcare capacity is severely limited due to small population and economic constraints. Serious trauma cases, complex surgeries, and specialized treatments require medical evacuation to neighboring islands (Antigua, Guadeloupe, or Puerto Rico).
Major Trauma Centers
Montserrat lacks dedicated trauma centers. Glendon Hospital provides basic emergency care but cannot handle major trauma. Serious cases are airlifted to Antigua (St. John's Hospital) or Guadeloupe (Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Pointe-à-Pitre) via helicopter or fixed-wing aircraft.
Specialized Care:
- Basic emergency medicine at Glendon Hospital
- Medical evacuation services for trauma
- Helicopter air ambulance coordination with regional partners
Language Support
English is Montserrat's official language. All emergency services, hospital staff, and medical personnel communicate exclusively in English. No translation services needed for English speakers.
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