Emergency Numbers
In case of an emergency in Rome, it's essential to know the local emergency numbers. Below is a list of key contacts for different emergency services:
Important Emergency Numbers
- Police (Polizia): 112 or 113 – For reporting crimes, emergencies, or incidents involving public safety.
- Ambulance (Emergenza Sanitaria): 118 – For medical emergencies, including accidents, heart attacks, or other urgent health situations.
- Fire Department (Vigili del Fuoco): 115 – For fire-related emergencies, rescues, or natural disasters.
- Italian Carabinieri (Military Police): 112 – For emergencies that require assistance from the military police.
- Emergency Road Assistance (ACI - Automobile Club Italia): 803116 – For breakdowns, accidents, or emergencies related to vehicles on the road.
- Municipal Police (Polizia Locale): 060606 – For local emergencies, including traffic issues or incidents requiring local police intervention.
- Poison Control (Centro Antiveleni): 06 305 4343 – For emergencies involving poisoning or chemical exposure.
Other Useful Numbers
- Embassy of Your Country: It's essential to know the contact number for your country's embassy in Rome in case you need assistance.
- Tourist Assistance: 06 0606 – For tourists requiring assistance or information about Rome, including lost property, language help, or non-medical emergencies.
Emergency Assistance in English
Most emergency responders in Rome can understand and communicate in English, especially in more tourist-centric areas. It's still a good idea to learn a few key phrases in Italian, such as:
- “Aiuto!” (Help!)
- “Dove si trova l'ospedale?” (Where is the hospital?)
- “Ho bisogno di un medico” (I need a doctor)