Country guide
Emergencies in Austria
Which number to call, how alerts reach you and which risks to prepare for in Austria. In short, with links to the official sources.
Emergency number112, 122 (fire), 133 (police), 144 (ambulance)
Phone alertsAT-AlertCheck your phone settings to make sure emergency alerts are switched on.
Civil protectionoesterreich.gv.at: Katastrophenfälle
Weather warningsGeoSphere Austria
Main hazards
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Severe storms
High winds, fallen trees and power cuts. Shelter away from windows.
Thunderstorms, wind and hail → -
Winter storms and cold
Blocked roads and multi-day power cuts. Keep supplies at home and in the car.
Winter storms and extreme cold → -
Heatwaves
Most victims are older people living alone. Water, shade and checking on neighbors.
Heatwave safety → -
Power outages
Light, power banks, water and no-cook food for at least 3 days.
Power outage (blackout) →
The basics, wherever you live
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We review this data regularly, but rules and numbers can change. If in doubt, follow your local authorities.