Emergency operators have been trained to answer your call and to send Police, Fire and/or Ambulance to help you. They can also connect you with Poison Treatment. They will ask a series of questions as well as tell you what to do until help arrives.
Police, Fire, Ambulance, Poison Treatment —- 911
Manitoba E.M.O. —- 888-267-8298
Environmental Accidents —- 204-945-4888
Natural Gas Concerns (MB Hydro Gas Operations) —- 800-465-3816
Hydro Concerns (MB Hydro) —- 888-624-9376
RM of Lorne —- 204-744-2133
Village of Somerset —- 204-744-2171
Six things to tell the operator when you need help:
– Who you need? – Police, Fire or Ambulance
– Where you need help? – Your address
– What is happening now?
– How did it happen?
– When did it happen?
– Your name.
Helpful Hints:
– Teach everyone in your family to make emergency calls.
– If you accidentally call 911, stay on the line so the operator knows that help is nto needed and will not notify the Police to investigate.
– When calling from a cell phone you will be asked your specific location.