Country guide

Emergencies in France

Which number to call, how alerts reach you and which risks to prepare for in France. In short, with links to the official sources.

Emergency number112, 15 (SAMU), 17 (police), 18 (pompiers)
Phone alertsFR-AlertCheck your phone settings to make sure emergency alerts are switched on.
Civil protectionGouvernement : risques
Weather warningsMétéo-France Vigilance

Main hazards

  • Floods

    Watch flood warnings and never walk or drive through moving water.

    What to do in a flood →

  • Heatwaves

    Most victims are older people living alone. Water, shade and checking on neighbors.

    Heatwave safety →

  • Wildfires

    Follow evacuation orders immediately and keep your go bag ready in fire season.

  • Severe storms

    High winds, fallen trees and power cuts. Shelter away from windows.

The basics, wherever you live

The 72-hour go bag Your family emergency plan Quiz: how prepared are you?

Other countries

We review this data regularly, but rules and numbers can change. If in doubt, follow your local authorities.