Emergency card Switzerland · PrepperGuide
Emergency numbers
| Number | Service |
|---|---|
| 112 | European emergency number – Works everywhere, even without credit |
| 117 | Police – Accident, crime, danger |
| 118 | Fire brigade – Fire, explosion, leak |
| 144 | Ambulance – Medical emergency |
| 1414 | Rega – Swiss air rescue |
| 145 | Tox Info – Poisoning |
| 143 | The Helping Hand – Emotional support & counselling |
| 187 | Natural hazards – Road conditions & avalanches |
Siren signals
General alarm: Rising and falling wailing tone, 1 minute. Switch on the radio, follow the authorities' instructions, inform your neighbours.
Water alarm: Twelve low continuous tones of 20 seconds each, 10 seconds apart. Leave the endangered area below dams immediately.
Core frequencies
| Frequency (MHz) | Band / channel | Usage |
|---|---|---|
| 145.500 | 2m | FM calling frequency 2m |
| 433.500 | 70cm | FM calling frequency 70cm |
| 446.09375 | PMR446 · Channel 8 | PMR446 Channel 8 |
| 27.065 | CB · Channel 9 | CB emergency channel |
SOS Morse signal
SOS = ···−−−··· (three short, three long, three short)
Compact checklist
- ☐ Drinking water (9 litres per person)
- ☐ Food for several days
- ☐ Battery-powered radio (DAB+/UKW)
- ☐ Torch and spare batteries
- ☐ First-aid kit and personal medication
- ☐ Important documents (copies, waterproof)
- ☐ Cash in small denominations
Family meeting points
Meeting point 1 (nearby)
Meeting point 2 (outside the area)
Out-of-area contact person
Contact person's phone