🇮🇸 Iceland (Ísland)
📞 Emergency Numbers
Key Terms
| 🇮🇸 Icelandic (Íslenska) | |
|---|---|
| English | Enska |
| Help | Hjálp |
| Fire | Eldur |
| Police | Lögregla |
| Ambulance | Sjúkrabíll |
| Fire Department | Slökkvilið |
| Hospital | Sjúkrahús |
| Pharmacy | Apótek |
| Doctor | Læknir |
| Emergency | Neyðartilfelli |
| Hotel | Hótel |
| Allergy | Ofnæmi |
| Gas Station | Bensínstöð |
Acts of Nature
- Earthquake: Drop, Cover, Hold On; move away from windows; if outside move to open area; expect aftershocks
- Flood: Move to higher ground immediately; never walk or drive through flood water — 30 cm can sweep a car
- Wildfire: Evacuate early when warned; close all vents, windows and doors; do not shelter in a vehicle
- Landslide: Move away from the slide path immediately; listen for cracking sounds or unusual rumbling
- Storm / Lightning: Stay indoors away from windows; if outdoors crouch low away from trees and metal; avoid water
- Snowstorm / Blizzard: Stay indoors; if driving, pull over and stay with your vehicle; conserve warmth by limiting movement
Medical Crises
- Hypothermia: Remove wet clothing; warm the core first with blankets; give warm sweet drinks only if conscious
- Heart Attack: Call emergency services immediately; chew aspirin (300 mg) if available and not allergic; rest and stay calm
- Stroke: FAST — Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty: Time to call emergency services immediately
- Seizure: Do not restrain; cushion the head; time the seizure; turn to recovery position once it stops
- Fracture: Immobilise the limb as found; do not try to realign; call emergency services for spinal or major fractures
- Burns: Cool under running water for 20 minutes; never use ice, butter or toothpaste; cover loosely with cling film
- Bleeding: Apply firm direct pressure with a clean cloth; do not remove embedded objects; elevate above the heart if possible
- Flu / Infection: Rest and drink fluids; isolate to prevent spread; seek urgent help if breathing worsens or symptoms are severe
- Poisoning: Call emergency services; note the substance if known; do not induce vomiting unless specifically instructed
Hazards & Threats
- Unsafe Water: Boil for at least 1 minute or use purification tablets; avoid ice and tap water when safety is uncertain
- House Fire: Get out immediately and stay low under smoke; never use a lift; close doors behind you; call from outside
- Drowning / Water Safety: Shout for help, throw something to grab; rip current — swim parallel to shore; never swim alone or after drinking
- Active Threat: Run if you can escape; Hide and silence your phone; Fight only as a last resort — warn others quietly if safe
- Dangerous Wildlife: Do not approach, feed or corner; back away slowly and calmly; make noise in bear country to avoid surprise encounters
- Traffic Incident: Move to safety away from traffic; call emergency services; do not move injured people unless in immediate danger
This website provides general informational guidance only and does not replace emergency services, professional advice, or official sources; in an emergency, call 112 or your local emergency number immediately.