All the Dubai emergency numbers you need to know
Whether you’re a resident or a visitor in Dubai, knowing the emirate’s emergency numbers is essential for ensuring your safety as well as of those around you. During an emergency, knowing who to call for help can bring the situation under control and potentially save lives. In this article, we list all the vital Dubai emergency numbers you need to know.
DUBAI EMERGENCY NUMBERS
As responsible citizens and residents, it is your duty to report a wrong or disruptive situation to the authorities. Whether it is a crime, a road accident or a fire, you can do your part by making the right phone call.
We have compiled a complete list of Dubai emergency numbers, covering everything from fire service to coastguard.
Department | Contact Number |
|---|---|
Department Dubai Police for emergency situations | Contact Number 999 |
Department Dubai Police for non emergency situations | Contact Number 901 |
Department Ambulance | Contact Number 998 |
Department Fire Department (Civil Defence) | Contact Number 997 |
Department Coastguard | Contact Number 996 |
Department Find and Rescue | Contact Number 995 |
Department Electricity Failure | Contact Number 991 |
Department Water Failure | Contact Number 992 |
Department Crime Against Children | Contact Number 800-988 |
Department Human Trafficking | Contact Number +971-4-608-2347 (Dubai Police), +971-2-222-2000 (National Committee) |
Department Maritime City Authority | Contact Number +971-800-990 |
Department Municipality Service | Contact Number +971-800-900 |
Department Public Health & Customer Safety | Contact Number +971-8-001-1111 |
Department Consumer Rights | Contact Number +971-800-1222 |
Department Reporting Fake Medicine | Contact Number +971-8-001-1111 |
Department Domestic Violence | Contact Number +971-4-606-0300 |
Department Animal Abuse | Contact Number +971-800-3050 |
Department Drone Accidents | Contact Number +971-50-641-4667 |
Department Nuclear or Radiation Concerns | Contact Number +971-4-348-7880 |
DUBAI EMERGENCY APPS
There are also a number of apps you can use in Dubai for emergencies. We have listed them below.
DUBAI CORPORATION FOR AMBULANCE SERVICES (DCAS)
Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services has launched the DCAS SOS app to assist the residents and tourists in case of an emergency. The app has an SOS (distress signal) features which allows you to request for an emergency ambulance. It determines your exact location and also provides assistance to people of determination with hearing disabilities and visual disabilities. The app is available on both Google Play and iOS.
MY SAFE SOCIETY
You can use the My Safe Society app to report any crime or suspicious activities on social media. You can contact the UAE attorney general office via this app.
FAQS ABOUT REPORTING EMERGENCIES
HOW DO I REPORT CYBER CRIMES IN DUBAI?
You can report a cyber crime in the emirate online using eCrime platform launched by the UAE Ministry of Interior (MoI). The platform is accessible from MoI app. Alternatively, you can report the incident on eCrime Dubai Police website or call the department on 999.
WHAT IS THE DUBAI MEDICAL EMERGENCY NUMBER?
In case of a medical emergency, you can contact the ambulance service in Dubai on 998.
HOW DO I CONTACT THE FIRE BRIGADE IN DUBAI?
The fire brigade number in Dubai is 997.
IS THERE AN EMERGENCY APP IN ABU DHABI?
Yes! Abu Dhabi Police has an SOS – AD999 app. The residents can use this app to request for an ambulance, report fire and other incidents. You can also send a distress signal to the authorities through the app. It is available on App Store and Google Play.
This completes the list of Dubai emergency numbers. We recommend noting down these numbers and ensuring your family members, friends and colleagues are aware of them.
If you are new to the city, you may also want to know more about the private hospitals in Dubai. Moreover, another important step would be to familiarise yourself with directory of all the UAE government entities and departments.
In case of an accident, here’s a step-by-step guide to filing an accident report in Dubai.
