LOCAL HELP / SAFETY & SUPPORT

Emergency contacts: Makati, BGC and Cebu

Find local emergency contact numbers. For immediate danger, injury, fire or medical emergencies, start with nationwide 911.

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Checked on October 21, 2026. Numbers and agencies can change. If local short codes don't connect, dial 911. Actual phone connectivity has not been tested.

Local hotlines

Cebu City

911 handles emergencies in Cebu City. Check local agencies outside city limits

National and Cebu City emergency line911Metro Cebu ambulance161Cebu City ambulance (landline)(032) 233-9300Metro Cebu police166Cebu City police (landline)(032) 384-5257Metro Cebu fire160Consulate-General of Japan in Cebu(032) 231-7321

161, 166 and 160 are Metro Cebu contacts. The consular list is dated July 15, 2026. Short-code availability may vary by provider. Prioritize 911 in emergencies; contact the Japanese consulate for national assistance.

Source: Philippine Information Agency: Cebu Unified 911 center ↗ · Consulate-General of Japan in Cebu: Emergency contacts ↗ (2026-07-15) · Checked: 2026-10-21

What to say when calling

  1. City and barangay, building name, street and a landmark
  2. What happened, when, and whether anyone is injured
  3. A callback number and a safe place where responders can find you
This is an emergency. I am at [building, street, city]. I need [police / ambulance / fire] assistance. My callback number is [number].

National emergency references