Short answer. In the Czech Republic, call 112 (the single European emergency number), 150 (fire and rescue), 155 (ambulance) or 158 (police) 12. The Fire and Rescue Service (HZS ČR, under the Interior Ministry) runs civil protection and the warning system, and SÚJB oversees nuclear safety 23. During a large emergency, do not call these lines unnecessarily: follow ČT1, ČT24 and ČRo 1 Radiožurnál 2.
Which numbers should I call?
| Number | Service |
|---|---|
| 112 | Single European emergency number 12 |
| 150 | Hasičský záchranný sbor (fire and rescue) 12 |
| 155 | Zdravotnická záchranná služba (ambulance) 12 |
| 158 | Policie ČR (police) 12 |
Save them in every household member's phone and write them on paper in your emergency kit.
When should I not call?
During a large-scale emergency, such as after the Všeobecná výstraha siren, the fire service asks people not to call the emergency lines unnecessarily, so that they stay free for people who need help 2. Get information from radio, TV or the local information system instead 2. What the sirens mean: Czech alerts.
Where do I get official information during a crisis?
- TV and radio: ČT1, ČT24 and ČRo 1 Radiožurnál 2. Under Act 239/2000 Sb. on the Integrated Rescue System and the Crisis Act, broadcasters must air emergency information 2.
- Electronic sirens: they broadcast a spoken message after the warning tone 2.
- Mobile phone alerts: a Cell Broadcast system is planned but no launch had been confirmed on official sources as of October 2026 (see alerts).
A battery-powered radio keeps you informed in a power cut: see emergency radio.
Which agencies are responsible?
| Agency | Role | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Hasičský záchranný sbor ČR (HZS ČR) | Civil protection, warning, shelters 2 | hzscr.gov.cz |
| Ministerstvo vnitra (Interior Ministry) | 72 hodin preparedness portal 1 | 72h.gov.cz |
| Státní úřad pro jadernou bezpečnost (SÚJB) | Nuclear safety, emergency planning zone handbooks 3 | sujb.gov.cz |
How do I prepare my household's contacts?
Write down, on paper, the four emergency numbers, your family members' numbers, a contact outside your region, your doctor and your municipal office. Keep copies of important documents with your supplies; the official list includes them 1. Our guides family emergency plan and important documents show how.
Frequently asked questions
What is the emergency number in the Czech Republic?
112 works for all emergencies. The national numbers 150 (fire), 155 (ambulance) and 158 (police) also work 12.
Who runs civil protection in the Czech Republic?
The Fire and Rescue Service (HZS ČR), part of the Interior Ministry, runs civil protection, the warning system and the shelter register 2.
Who should I contact about the nuclear plants?
SÚJB oversees nuclear safety and approves the emergency planning zone handbooks for Dukovany and Temelín 3.
Should I call 112 when the sirens sound?
Not unless you need help. Follow ČT1, ČT24 or ČRo 1 Radiožurnál and keep the lines free 2.
Sources
- Ministerstvo vnitra ČR — 72 hodin — Nouzové zásoby / Voda / Ukrytí — https://www.72h.gov.cz/cs/nouzove-zasoby (accessed 2026-10-20)
- Hasičský záchranný sbor ČR (HZS Moravskoslezského kraje) — Varování a informování obyvatelstva (Učitelské noviny, 16. článek cyklu) — https://hzscr.gov.cz/soubor/14-varovani-obyvatelstva-pdf.aspx (accessed 2026-10-20)
- SÚJB / ČEZ, a. s. — Základní informace pro případ radiační havárie — Jódová profylaxe (JE Dukovany 2026/2027) — https://sujb.gov.cz/fileadmin/sujb/docs/kkc/Prirucky_JE/Prirucka_EDU_2026_2027_na_web.pdf (accessed 2026-10-20)
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Sources
- Ministerstvo vnitra ČR · 72 hodin — Nouzové zásoby / Voda / Ukrytí checked 2026-10-20
- Hasičský záchranný sbor ČR (HZS Moravskoslezského kraje) · Varování a informování obyvatelstva (Učitelské noviny, 16. článek cyklu) checked 2026-10-20
- SÚJB / ČEZ, a. s. · Základní informace pro případ radiační havárie — Jódová profylaxe (JE Dukovany 2026/2027) checked 2026-10-20