Emergency Services Guide
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers in Samoa
• Emergency Number: 999 for all services
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 20-30 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Limited public healthcare system with main hospital in Apia
• Trauma Care: Basic emergency services at National Hospital
• Language Support: English and Samoan widely spoken
Emergency Numbers
Universal
999
Police
999
Fire
999
Medical
999
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~25 min
Response times vary significantly between urban Apia and rural outer islands
Hospital System
Limited public healthcare system centered in Apia, with basic medical facilities in major villages
Major Trauma Centers
Single national hospital provides primary emergency and trauma services
Specialized Care:
- Basic emergency care
Language Support
Emergency services operate in English and Samoan
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