Emerald Emergency Information

Life-Threatening Emergencies

Dial 000 immediately for serious injury, chest pain, difficulty breathing, loss of consciousness, severe bleeding. Police, ambulance, and fire services respond. State your location (Emerald), the nature of the emergency, and the patient’s condition.

Hospital & Medical

Emerald Hospital: Aikenhead Street, Emerald. Emergency department operates 24/7. For serious injuries: dial 000 for ambulance. Non-emergency medical: call a local GP clinic during business hours.

Police

Emergency (immediate danger): Dial 000. Non-emergency: 131 444 (Queensland Police Service). Emerald Police Station is in the town centre, open business hours.

Fire & SES

Emergency fire or rescue: Dial 000. State Emergency Service (SES): 132 500 for flood, storm, and rescue assistance.

Weather Alerts

Extreme heat: Central Queensland summers reach 35°C+. Stay indoors during peak hours, stay hydrated, use air conditioning. Flood alerts: check Bureau of Meteorology. Storm warnings: seek shelter immediately if caught outside.

Road Safety

RACQ Roadside Assistance: 13 11 11. Break every 2 hours on regional drives. Mobile coverage is generally reliable in Emerald but check for remote areas.

Heat Safety

Summer temperatures regularly exceed 30°C. Wear sunscreen, hat, sunglasses, light clothes. Heat exhaustion symptoms: excessive sweating, weakness, nausea, dizziness. Move to shade, drink water, seek medical help if symptoms persist.

Key Numbers

Emergency: 000 | Police non-emergency: 131 444 | SES: 132 500 | RACQ: 13 11 11 | Emerald Inn: (07) 4980 0600