hätäsnumero

Hätänumero is the Finnish term for emergency numbers. These are telephone numbers that allow a caller to reach emergency services. In Finland, the primary emergency number is 112. This number is a pan-European emergency number, meaning it can be dialed from any country in the European Union, and also in many other countries worldwide.

Dialing 112 connects individuals to a dispatcher who can then direct the call to the appropriate emergency service, such as the police, ambulance, or fire department. The 112 service is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and can be called from any telephone, including mobile phones and landlines, even if the phone is locked or has no credit.

When calling 112, it is important to remain calm and provide clear and concise information. The dispatcher will ask for the location of the emergency, the nature of the emergency, and any relevant details about the situation. The service is free of charge. In addition to 112, Finland also has specific numbers for certain services, such as 10022 for the emergency text message service for deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals. However, 112 is the universal number for all general emergencies.