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Emergency Guide

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IMMEDIATE MEDICAL EMERGENCY

Call emergency services NOW if life-threatening!

🚑 Emergency Numbers

110 - Emergency Services
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119 - Ambulance
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+94 11 269 1095 - Tourist Hotline
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Steps to follow:

  1. Call 110 or 119 immediately for severe medical emergencies
  2. Stay calm and provide your exact location
  3. If conscious, contact your travel insurance provider
  4. Contact your embassy if serious injury/hospitalization
  5. Keep all medical receipts for insurance claims

đŸĨ Major Hospitals (Colombo)

National Hospital
+94 11 269 1111
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Asiri Central
+94 11 466 5500
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Nawaloka Hospital
+94 11 554 4444
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Durdans Hospital
+94 11 257 4444
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NATURAL DISASTER EMERGENCY

Follow official evacuation orders immediately!

📞 Emergency Contacts

117 - Police
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110 - Emergency
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+94 11 269 1095 - Tourist Hotline
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Immediate Actions:

  1. Listen to official broadcasts (radio, TV, mobile alerts)
  2. Follow evacuation orders from authorities
  3. Move to higher ground if tsunami warning
  4. Stay indoors during severe weather
  5. Contact your embassy to report your status
  6. Keep emergency supplies (water, food, flashlight)
Tsunami Warning: If you feel earthquake or see water receding, move to higher ground immediately!
Weather Alerts Disaster Management
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đŸ›ī¸ Embassy/Consulate Assistance

Contact your country's embassy for:

  • Emergency passport replacement
  • Legal assistance
  • Emergency repatriation
  • Contact with family
  • Local legal requirements

Major Embassy Contacts (Colombo):

US Embassy
+94 11 249 8500
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UK High Commission
+94 11 539 0639
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Indian High Commission
+94 11 232 1605
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Chinese Embassy
+94 11 269 4491
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German Embassy
+94 11 258 0431
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Australian High Commission
+94 11 246 3200
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đŸ›Ąī¸ General Safety Information

Prevention is better than cure. Stay safe while traveling!

Safety Tips:

  • Register with your embassy upon arrival
  • Keep copies of important documents
  • Share your itinerary with someone at home
  • Use reputable transportation and accommodations
  • Avoid displaying valuables in public
  • Stay informed about local conditions
  • Keep emergency contacts readily available

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