Emergency Services Guide · NauruEmergency Services Guide in Nauru
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers
• Emergency Number: 114 (Police), 115 (Fire), 116 (Medical/Ambulance)
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes in Nauru (small island nation with limited coverage)
• Hospital Coverage: Single public hospital (Nauru Hospital) serves entire population of ~10,800
• Trauma Centers: Limited specialized care; serious cases may require medical evacuation to Australia or Fiji
• Language Support: English is official language; all emergency services operate in English
• International Visitors: Travel/health insurance strongly recommended; no bilateral healthcare agreements
Emergency Numbers
Universal
114
Police
114
Fire
115
Medical
116
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~15 min
Response times limited by island geography and single ambulance service. Nauru is a small island nation (21 sq km) with centralized emergency services based in Nauru District.
Hospital System
Nauru has a single public hospital (Nauru Hospital) serving the entire population. Healthcare system is limited with basic emergency and primary care services. Serious cases require medical evacuation to Australia or Fiji. No private hospitals available.
Major Trauma Centers
Nauru has no dedicated trauma centers. Nauru Hospital provides basic emergency care. Serious trauma cases require medical evacuation to Australia (typically Brisbane or Sydney) or Fiji.
Specialized Care:
- Basic emergency care at Nauru Hospital
- Medical evacuation services for serious cases
Language Support
English is the official language of Nauru. All emergency services, police, fire, and hospital staff communicate in English. No translation services needed for English speakers.
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