South America – Emergency Directory A–Z
Fast, simple access to emergency numbers across South America — with a country A–Z list, quick calling tips, and calming support tools for neurodivergent-friendly help-seeking.
If this is an emergency: Call your local emergency number now, or go to the nearest emergency department.
If talking is hard, you can use short sentences or show your screen message to someone.
📞 Emergency Numbers (Quick Access)
Emergency numbers vary by country. If unsure, go to the A–Z list and use the number listed there.
✅ What to say (one sentence)
“Hi, I need urgent help.”
“I’m not safe right now.”
“Please send emergency services.”
📍 Location shortcut
City / town name
Address (if you can)
Nearest landmark/building
🫶 If talking is hard
Use short words only
Ask someone to speak for you
Show this page on your screen
🌎 South America Country Directory (A–Z)
These are the most common emergency numbers used in each country. Always follow local guidance.
Argentina
911 – Emergency (common)
Police / Fire / Ambulance
Bolivia
110 (Police) • 119 (Fire)
Numbers may vary by city
Brazil
190 (Police) • 192 (Ambulance) • 193 (Fire)
Major services split
Chile
133 (Police) • 131 (Ambulance) • 132 (Fire)
Major services split
Colombia
123 – Emergency number
Quick access
Ecuador
911 – Emergency number
Quick access
Guyana
911 (Police) • 912 (Fire/Rescue) • 913 (Ambulance)
May vary by service
Paraguay
911 – Emergency (common)
Check local variations
Peru
105 (Police) • 116 (Fire)
Major services split
Suriname
115 (Police) • 110 (Fire) • 113 (Ambulance)
May vary by region
Uruguay
911 – Emergency number (common)
Quick access
Venezuela
911 (varies) • 171 (Emergency line often used)
May vary by local service
🌿 Calm Corner (30–60 seconds)
- Grounding: 5 things you can see • 4 you can feel • 3 you can hear • 2 you can smell • 1 you can taste
- Breathing: In for 4… hold 2… out for 6 (repeat 3 times)
- Support script: “I’m overwhelmed and I need help right now.”
- Reminder: You don’t need to do everything. One next step is enough.
Important: These numbers are provided for general quick-access support and may change over time.
If a number does not work, contact local emergency services, your nearest hospital, or ask a trusted person for help.