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Common emergency phrases and what to say to police or medics

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Common emergency phrases to say to police or medics include simple calls for help, reporting the nature of the emergency, and stating what assistance is needed. Key phrases to use are:

For calling help:

  • “Help!”
  • “Call the police!”
  • “Call an ambulance!”
  • “I need a doctor!”
  • “Please hurry!”
  • “Is there a doctor here?”

Describing emergencies:

  • “There has been an accident.”
  • “Someone is hurt.”
  • “There is a fire.”
  • “I’ve been attacked.”
  • “My [body part] hurts.”
  • “I can’t breathe.”
  • “I’m having chest pain.”

For crime-related incidents:

  • “My wallet/phone has been stolen.”
  • “I’ve been mugged.”
  • “Call the police, please.”

For medical emergencies and communicating with medics:

  • “He’s not breathing.”
  • “Put her in the recovery position.”
  • “Does anyone know CPR?”
  • “I’m bleeding.”
  • “I think I’ve broken my [arm/leg].”
  • “I’m choking.”

Other urgent phrases:

  • “Watch out!”
  • “Please leave me alone.”
  • “We’re lost.”

These phrases help convey the situation clearly and urgently to emergency responders so they can provide the right help quickly. 2, 3, 4, 5, 6

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