Cape Town Emergency Numbers
Essential contacts for emergencies in Cape Town and the Western Cape
All Emergencies
W. Cape:
(021) 480 7700
Call nowWestern Cape only Call Centre, generally faster response
The two numbers above are mostly all you need: Fire, Ambulance, Police, Rescue, Metro police, Law Enforcement is all covered. The 021 number is fastest, but the 112 is free from a cellphone.
The following numbers are grouped by topic and some have alternative numbers.
Police
Ambulance Services
Fire Services
Rescue Services
Support & Specialized Services
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