Emergency guide — United States
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Emergency numbers
Numbers are listed from official public sources and may change. Always confirm with local authorities and save the ones relevant to you.
911
Police · Fire · Medical
One number for all emergencies — the operator routes you to the right service. Caller location is shown automatically.
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Numbers, verified providers and guides for each situation type in United States.
Useful helplines
- Poison Control 1-800-222-1222
- Non-emergency police (many cities) 311
- Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 988
- Emergency children & family Crisis Text Line: text HOME to 741741
Documents & papers
Lost, stolen or need a replacement? Official procedures.
Safety tips & recommendations
- Keep a digital copy of your passport and ID in a secure vault.
- Save 911 and Poison Control in your phone for children to find.
- In a fire: get out first, then call — never go back inside.
- For non-urgent issues use 311 instead of 911 to keep lines free.
Roadside assistance
AAA (1-800-222-4357), Better World Club or your insurer’s roadside plan.
Doctor out of hours
Urgent care clinics for same-day issues; telehealth lines from your insurer; ER for emergencies only.
Natural risks in United States
- Hurricanes (Atlantic coast, June–November): know your evacuation zone.
- Tornadoes (Midwest “Tornado Alley”): basement or interior room without windows.
- Wildfires (West Coast, summer/fall): sign up for county evacuation alerts.
- Earthquakes (California, Alaska): Drop, Cover and Hold On.
Official portal
Trusted government source for administrative procedures.
USA.gov — official guide Emergency kit checklist Print an emergency cardEmergency professionals in United States
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(312) 555-0102
Express Plumbing 24/7
VerifiedPlumber 24/7 · Chicago
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(213) 555-0103
Quick Rescue Towing
VerifiedTowing & roadside help · Los Angeles
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(212) 555-0101
NYC Emergency Electrician
VerifiedEmergency electrician · New York
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(617) 555-0107
Data Rescue Specialists
VerifiedComputer repair & recovery · Boston
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(214) 555-0110
South Towing
VerifiedLight vehicle towing · Dallas
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(713) 555-0104
Roof Repair Now
VerifiedEmergency roofing · Houston
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(212) 555-0109
Rapid Locksmith
VerifiedLocksmith 24/7 · New York
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(215) 555-0106
Secure Glass 24/7
VerifiedEmergency glazier · Philadelphia
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(206) 555-0108
Disaster Cleanup Co.
VerifiedWater extraction & drying · Seattle