What to do in an emergency

The City of Johannesburg gave residents the following few tips on what to do when facing an emergency.

• Call the CoJ emergency services number 10177 or 011 375 5911.

• Try to remain calm.

• Identify the emergency: motor accident, building on fire etc.

• Give your name and contact details.

• State the nature of the incident.

• Indicate the number of people or vehicles involved.

• Give the physical address and nearest corner or landmark.

• Remain on the line as long as possible to answer the operator’s questions.

• Try to keep your phone on at all times.

Residents are urged to know the correct numbers because in an emergency, every second counts.