This is a list of useful contact numbers to keep on your fridge or next to the telephone in case of an emergency.
We suggest highlighting the most important numbers in different colours and teach your kids which colours correspond to what type of emergency. You can download the high-res images for print below...
We've broken them down into the 3 major regions in the Helderberg (Somerset West, Strand and Gordon's Bay)
When calling an emergency number, make sure that you provide the following information:
The location (address) of the medical problem/incident or potential patient. Provide landmarks.
The nature of the medical problem/incident. Speak clearly and calmly to the call taker and ensure that it is a real medical emergency as the tying up
of resources could lead to the prolonged suffering or death of someone else.
Give a contact person's name and cell phone number to the call taker. Ensure that the telephone line is available until help arrives.
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Somerset West Emergency Numbers:
Strand Emergency Numbers:
Gordon's Bay Emergency Numbers:
