In Slovenia, 112 is used for all types of emergencies, while the police can also be reached directly at 113. The same main number is used in Croatia, which also has separate lines: 192 for the police, 193 for firefighters, 194 for ambulance, 195 for maritime rescue, and 1987 for roadside assistance provided by HAK.
In Italy, 112 primarily connects to the Carabinieri, while 113, 115, and 118 are reserved for the police, fire brigade, and emergency medical services respectively. In Montenegro, the general number 112 is available, along with 122 for police, 123 for firefighters, and 124 for medical emergencies.
Albania also uses 112 as its main number, with 127 for medical emergencies, 128 for fire services, and 129 for the police. Serbia has implemented the 112 number in major cities, but traditional lines remain active: 192 for police, 193 for fire brigade, 194 for ambulance, and 1987 for roadside assistance (AMSS).
In Bosnia and Herzegovina, 112 covers all emergencies, while 122, 123, and 124 are dedicated to individual services. North Macedonia follows a similar system, with 112 alongside 192, 193, and 194.
Kosovo has nearly identical numbers – in addition to 112, there are 192 for police, 193 for fire, and 194 for ambulance. In Greece, the European emergency number 112 is available nationwide, with additional lines such as 100 for police, 166 for ambulance, 199 for fire service, and 108 for the coast guard.
The overview confirms that 112 remains the most reliable choice throughout the Adria region. It connects callers to the nearest emergency service and ensures a rapid response — regardless of the country, type of emergency, or the language spoken by the caller.
