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Western Cape Police OmbudsmanRef: https://www.westerncape.gov.za/node/1191
Official source
Source domain: westerncape.gov.za
Collected on 28 June 2026
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What this means
This is a news article by the Western Cape Government (Department of Health and Wellness) encouraging residents to act responsibly during the Easter weekend to reduce preventable injuries and keep road users safe. It states that Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and special operations will be active, including the Metro EMS Drone Unit, but that EMS cannot respond alone. The article cites last year’s EMS incident volumes and provides guidance on how to contact medical assistance (10177, then 112, or go to the nearest police station/health facility). It also quotes the Minister of Health and Wellness, Dr Nomafrench Mbombo, urging communities to support healthcare staff and report assaults to the South African Police Service (SAPS).
Facts
Places
Western Cape, City of Cape Town
Reference
https://www.westerncape.gov.za/node/1191
Key Takeaways
- Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness Easter weekend safety message
- Date of publication: 06 April 2023
- EMS will provide essential ambulance services and special operations during Easter weekend
- Last year (Easter weekend) EMS responded to 8 156 incidents; 243 road traffic incidents; 101 involved pedestrians
- Metro EMS Drone Unit conducted 16 missions in first three months of the year (Cape Town)
- Hiking advice: hike in groups, stay on trails, ensure phones are fully charged
- Medical assistance contacts: call 10177 first; then 112; or go to nearest police station/health facility
- Minister quoted: Dr Nomafrench Mbombo
- Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness
- Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
- Metro EMS Drone Unit
- South African Police Service (SAPS)
- Dr Nomafrench Mbombo
- Western Cape Government