Originally Posted by SDF_Traveler
While on the topic of travel & security, for those who travel internationally we should be aware the emergency #, the equivalent of 911 here in the states, varies depending on where you go - In the United Kingdom it's 999, in other nations it's 000, etc. It's always good to know what the emergency # is before one goes abroad.
Dialing 112 on any GSM phone will forward the call to the local emergency system if one exists. Even if the SIM card is missing or the phone is locked, you'll be able to dial this number.
Co-incidentially, 112 is the European Union standard for emergency services (
http://europa.eu.int/comm/environmen...2surv-2001.pdf)
Here's a website with a list of emergency numbers worldwide:
http://www.nationmaster.com/encyclop...lephone-number