European emergency number
For emergencies in Austria and the EU.
Austria · Safety · Orientation
Safety & Orientation in Austria
Important official emergency numbers and safety links for travel and transit through Austria.
In an acute emergency: 112
The following information is for general orientation. In an acute emergency, please contact the relevant emergency and rescue services directly.
Important numbers
Please always verify current information through official sources.
Official and reliable links
Federal Ministry of the Interior – Safety
Official Austrian safety guidance and emergency number overview.
Open official sourceAustrian Red Cross
Ambulance service, first aid and emergency contacts.
Open official sourceZAMG / GeoSphere weather warnings
Official weather and severe weather warnings for Austria.
Open official sourceÖAMTC travel & breakdown assistance
Breakdown service, traffic information and travel assistance Austria.
Open reliable sourceAustrian Mountain Rescue
Emergency number and information on mountain rescue in Austria.
Open official sourceKatwarn / Austria warning system
Public warnings and emergency information for Austria.
Open official sourceUrban Roots scope
Urban Roots can assist with organisational preparation, orientation and coordination. In acute emergencies, medical emergencies, fires, accidents or hazardous situations, please contact the relevant emergency and rescue services directly. Urban Roots does not replace an emergency number, an emergency control centre or official authority information.