Emergency Services Guide
Emergency numbers, response times, hospital systems, and trauma centers in Tunisia
• Emergency Number: 190 (universal emergency), 197 (medical emergencies)
• Ambulance Response: 10-15 minutes urban, 25-40 minutes rural
• Hospital Coverage: Public healthcare system with regional hospitals across provinces
• Trauma Centers: Major centers in Tunis, Sfax, and Sousse
• Language Support: Arabic primary, French and some English in tourist areas
Emergency Numbers
Universal
190
Police
197
Fire
198
Medical
190
Other Numbers
Response Times
Urban Areas
~12 min
Rural Areas
~35 min
Response times vary significantly between urban and rural regions, with longer delays in remote areas
Hospital System
Comprehensive public healthcare system with mixed public-private infrastructure, focusing on urban and coastal regions
Major Trauma Centers
Three primary trauma centers located in major urban areas, with limited specialized emergency facilities in rural regions
Specialized Care:
- Burn units
- Cardiac emergency centers
Language Support
Limited English support, primarily Arabic and French communication in emergency services
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