Emergency Services Guide
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers in Namibia
• Emergency Number: 10111 (police), 10177 (ambulance)
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 25-45 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with regional hospitals in major cities
• Trauma Centers: Limited specialized centers in Windhoek and Walvis Bay
• Language Support: English widely spoken in emergency services
Emergency Numbers
Police
10111
Fire
12345
Medical
10177
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~35 min
Response times vary significantly between urban and rural areas due to geographic challenges and limited infrastructure
Hospital System
Public healthcare system with limited resources, concentrated in major urban areas. Private healthcare available in larger cities
Major Trauma Centers
Limited specialized trauma care, primarily located in major urban hospitals
Specialized Care:
- Basic emergency departments
- Limited specialized units
Language Support
Emergency services primarily operate in English, with some local language support
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