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Emergency Numbers in Israel
Save emergency numbers before you need them. Visitors and new residents should keep these in their phone, written down offline, and shared with family members.
Critical numbers
| Service | Number | Use |
|---|---|---|
| Police | 100 | Crime, immediate danger, police response |
| Magen David Adom ambulance | 101 | Medical emergency and ambulance |
| Fire and Rescue | 102 | Fire, rescue, hazardous incidents |
| United Hatzalah | 1221 | Volunteer emergency medical response |
| Home Front Command | 104 | Civil defence information and emergency guidance |
| ERAN mental health first aid | 1201 | Emotional first aid and crisis support |
Rocket alerts and safety guidance
Use the official Home Front Command app and website for location-based alerts and instructions. Do not rely on screenshots, rumours, or forwarded messages when official guidance is available.
Emergency pages are high-stakes and require periodic review.
What to say if you do not speak Hebrew
Say "English, please" clearly, give your location first, then describe the problem. If someone nearby speaks Hebrew, ask them to stay with you until the call is complete.
IsraYeah! phrasebook content should include emergency phrases with audio, but calling the correct number is always the priority.
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