In an emergency, dial 112

In an emergency, dial 112

If you, your family, or your property is in immediate danger, dial 112. The line connects you straight to police, fire, or ambulance — whoever you need.

Key facts

• Toll-free across Digicel, Vodafone, and Telikom PNG — no credit needed
• Operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
• Covers Lae City and rural Morobe Province
• Officially launched 8 December 2025 by Northern Command and Hon. John Rosso DPM

When to call 112

• Crime in progress or just-happened
• Fire or risk of fire
• Medical emergency where someone is unconscious, bleeding heavily, or unable to breathe
• Road accident with injury
• Domestic violence or threat to life

What to say when you call

1. What is happening? — short, clear description
2. Where is it? — street name, suburb, or landmark in Lae
3. Who is involved? — number of people, any injuries
4. Your name and phone number — so the operator can call you back if cut off

Stay on the line until the operator says you can hang up.

Other emergency contacts

For the full list of police, fire, and station numbers, see the Emergencies page.