Hätänumerojärjestelmän

Hätänumerojärjestelmä refers to the emergency number system in Finland. The primary emergency number for all urgent situations in Finland is 112. This number connects callers to emergency services, including the police, ambulance, and fire department. The 112 service is available free of charge from any fixed or mobile phone, and it operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

When calling 112, it is crucial to provide clear and concise information about the emergency. Callers should state their location, the nature of the emergency, and any relevant details about the situation. The emergency dispatcher will ask questions to assess the situation and dispatch the appropriate help. The 112 service is designed to handle medical emergencies, fires, accidents, and crimes. It is important to only call 112 in genuine emergencies where immediate assistance is required. For non-urgent matters, other contact methods should be used. The 112 system is part of a broader European Union initiative to standardize emergency numbers across member states.