Emergency call in an emergency: How to react correctly in the event of an accident!

Emergency call in an emergency: How to react correctly in the event of an accident!

On January 8, 2025, various media will report on the current accident reports in the Siegen-Wittgenstein, Altenkirchen and Olpe region. The live ticker Siegerland newspaper provides regular information about incidents and provides practical advice on emergency response.

In the event of an emergency, it is important to remain calm and assess the situation correctly. In Germany, in the event of a medical emergency, fire or accident, you should immediately call 112 to receive help from the police, fire brigade or rescue services. It is advisable to collect the most important information such as the exact location, the number of people affected and what happened. First aid can be provided if the situation allows it. It is also important to seek medical examination and, if necessary, psychological support after the incident.

Important emergency numbers in Germany

Further information about emergency numbers is available from various resources, including the platform Health insurance info.de. Here is an overview of the main emergency numbers:

• 112: Rettungsdienst und Feuerwehr, für akute Gesundheitsnotfälle.
• 110: Polizei, bei Bedrohung oder Straftaten.
• 116117: Ärztlicher Bereitschaftsdienst, für nicht akute Beschwerden außerhalb der regulären Sprechzeiten.

It should be noted that almost one in five emergency calls is not an actual emergency. However, the emergency numbers can also be dialed if there is only a suspicion of an emergency. To ensure that communication with the emergency call center runs efficiently, the W questions should be answered: who, what, where, when and how many people are affected.

Knowing the correct emergency numbers and what to do in emergency situations can be crucial to getting help quickly and effectively.

– Submitted by West-East media