Emergency Services Guide · MozambiqueEmergency Services Guide in Mozambique
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 112 (universal), 117 (police), 198 (fire)
• Ambulance Response: 15-30 minutes urban, 45-60 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with limited resources, concentrated in major cities
• Trauma Centers: Limited specialized centers in Maputo and Beira
• Language Support: Portuguese primary, limited English in urban areas
Emergency Numbers
Universal
112
Police
117
Fire
198
Medical
116
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~25 min
Rural Areas
~55 min
Significant variations between urban and rural areas due to infrastructure limitations
Hospital System
Limited public healthcare system with significant disparities between urban and rural regions
Major Trauma Centers
Very limited specialized trauma care, concentrated in major urban centers
Specialized Care:
- Basic emergency services
Language Support
Limited English support in emergency services, Portuguese language skills recommended
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