What works without a SIM card, what to say in the first seconds, and which numbers apply abroad.
Russia
- 112 — the single emergency number, works from any phone, even without a SIM card or with a blocked balance.
- 101 — fire service
- 102 — police
- 103 — ambulance
- 104 — gas emergency service
How 112 works
An operator answers, asks what happened and transfers the call to the right service. Convenient when you do not know which service you need; slower than a direct number when seconds matter.
What to say first
- What happened: fire, accident, person unconscious.
- The exact address with a landmark.
- How many people are affected and their condition.
- Your name and number if asked.
Abroad
112 works in most European countries. The USA and Canada use 911, the UK 999, China 110 and 120. In roaming, emergency calls are usually free, but the number depends on the country you are in.
See also: country codes, roaming.