You can dial 119 in any emergency situation (e.g. fire,
injury, natural disaster, etc.). Once you call, your
location is automatically identified and a rescue
team will arrive quickly provide you with professional
assistance.
Foreign residents and tourists can be assured of getting
speedy translation services when they dial the emergency
call 119.
The Korea National Tourism Organization (KNTO) and
the National 119 Rescue Service have cooperated to
provide a complete emergency rescue service for the
nation's foreign community. The joint service provides
rescue services for all types of emergency situations.
Any foreign resident or traveler who calls 119 for
help is automatically connected to the KNTO's 24-hour
tourist information center for a real-time translation
and proper assistance.
The service will be available in English, Japanese
and Chinese. One may also dial 1330 to be connected
to the National Rescue Service.
In addition, International SOS Korea, Ltd. provides a
24-hour emergency service for foreigners. |
