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Collected on 5 August 2026
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Police Emergency Assistance
The police can be contacted at any time through the national emergency number 10111 for immediate assistance with criminal incidents, traffic issues, or other urgent matters.
Police: 10111 (24 Hours)
Places
eThekwini, KwaZulu-Natal
Reference
https://www.durban.gov.za/page/public-safety-emergency-services
Disaster Management Assistance
Residents can contact the disaster management team during weekdays for support and coordination during emergencies. This service is designed to manage responses to disasters such as floods, storms, and other large-scale incidents.
Disaster Management: 031 – 367 0000 (weekdays)
Emergency Fire and Disaster Response
The eThekwini Fire and Emergency Services are available 24 hours a day to respond to fires, rescue people and animals, prevent further loss, and assist in emergencies. Residents and visitors can call the emergency number to report incidents and receive immediate help.
Emergency Response Call Centre: 031 – 361 0000 (24 hours) (Metro Police, Fire and Disaster)
