🚨 What to Do in Emergency Situations in Poland 🚨

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If you witness an emergency in Poland (e.g., someone feels unwell or an accident occurs), it’s crucial to stay calm and act quickly. Here’s a simple guide to help you:

1️⃣ Stay Calm 🧘‍♂️

  • Avoid panicking. Take a deep breath and focus on the situation.

2️⃣ Assess the Situation 👀

  • Ensure that you and those around you are safe.
  • Check if the person needs help and try to communicate with them.

3️⃣ Call Emergency Services 📞

In Poland, the following numbers connect you to emergency services:

  • 112: Universal emergency number (recommended if you’re unsure who to call).
  • 999: Ambulance 🚑
  • 997: Police 🚓
  • 998: Fire Brigade 🚒

When calling:

  • Clearly explain what happened.
  • Provide precise location details (city, street, building number, or a landmark).
  • Answer the operator’s questions and stay on the line until they tell you to hang up.

👉 For more information on emergency services, visit the official website European Emergency Number Association.

4️⃣ Provide First Aid (if trained) ⛑️

  • If the person is unconscious but breathing, place them in the recovery position.
  • If they are not breathing, start chest compressions (30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths).

👉 Learn basic first aid techniques from the Polish Red Cross.

5️⃣ Avoid These Mistakes 🚫

  • Don’t leave the person alone unless staying is unsafe.
  • Don’t move them unless they are in immediate danger.

6️⃣ Help for Foreigners in Poland 🌍

If you need additional support as a foreigner:

  • General Info & Support:
    • Office for Foreigners (UDSC): +48 47 721 76 75 (Mon–Fri, 9 AM–4 PM).
    • Visit their website: udsc.gov.pl.
  • Psychological and Social Assistance:
  • Silesian Region (Visas, Work, Legalization):
    • Katowice: +48 32 606 32 32.
    • Częstochowa: +48 34 378 22 22 (Mon–Fri).

💡 Most operators on 112 speak English. You can say: “I speak English”, and they will assist you.

✨ Pro Tip: Staying calm and acting promptly can save lives.
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