If you are visiting Le Touquet it is always useful to know these emergency numbers. This will help you be prepared and stay safe in the event of an accident or emergency. Know who to call if you encounter an emergency situation.
European Emergency Assistance Number 112
If you are not sure which number to call then, dial the European Emergency Number at 112. Operators answering this number will be able to communicate with you in French or in English, and will redirect your call to the appropriate emergency service.
French Emergency Numbers
Service | Number | Situation |
Hearing Assisted European Emergency Number | 114 | Fire/Rescue, Ambulance or the Police |
Fire | 18 | Fire, Extreme Burns, Road Accident |
Police | 17 | Burglary, Violence, Theft |
Ambulance SAMU (Service d’aide medicale urgente – ambulance) | 15 | Chest Pain, Coma Stokes, Burns |
Maritime Emergency/Coastguard | 196 | Distress or Emergency at Sea |
Child Protection | 119 | Report a child in danger. |
Aeronautical Emergencies | 191 | Aircraft in Distress |
What Information Will they need during my Emergency Call
The most important thing is to try and remain calm and be as concise and clear as possible. This will help the emergency services to assess the best way to help you.
Remember:-
Who – State your name and Phone Number are you a victim or witness.
Why – What has happened and number of people involved.
When – How long have you been at the scene is there danger still present.
Where – Precise directions to the scene of the incident.
One of the larger hospitals close to Le Touquet is in Berck sur mer. Always contact the emergency services in the first instance.
| Address: | Rue du Docteur Victor-Ménard , Berck-sur-mer 62600 , France. |
