Complete directory of emergency contacts — ready when you need them most. From national agencies to local hospitals and LGU rescue lines.
All major national emergency numbers updated for 2026. Tap any number to call directly on mobile.
| Agency / Service | Emergency Hotline | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| NDRRMC — National Emergency | 911 | 24/7 |
| NDRRMC Operations Center | (02) 8911-1406 | 24/7 |
| PNP — Philippine National Police | 117 | 24/7 |
| Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) | 160 / (02) 8426-0219 | 24/7 |
| Philippine Red Cross | 143 | 24/7 |
| Philippine Coast Guard | 5100 / (02) 8527-3880 | 24/7 |
| PAGASA — Weather Hotline | 1555 | Office Hours |
| MMDA — Metro Manila Development Authority | 136 | 24/7 |
| DSWD — Social Welfare & Development | (02) 8931-8101 | Office Hours |
| DOH — Health Emergency Management | (02) 8651-7800 loc 5003 | 24/7 |
| NBI — National Bureau of Investigation | (02) 8523-8231 | Office Hours |
| PDEA — Drug Enforcement Agency | (02) 8920-0228 | 24/7 |
City-level DRRMO and emergency lines for the National Capital Region.
Metro Manila Development Authority
Traffic accidents, road clearing, flood road advisories
City of Manila Disaster Risk Reduction
Flood rescue, evacuation coordination, disaster response
Quezon City Disaster Risk Reduction
Largest city in Metro Manila — 24/7 operations center
Makati Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Office
CBD district emergency coordination and rescue
Pasig City Disaster Risk Reduction
Pasig River flood watch, rescue operations
Taguig Disaster Risk Reduction & Management Office
BGC, Laguna Lake shoreline flood response
Call ahead or go directly to the ER. These numbers ring the triage/emergency department.
Taft Avenue, Manila
Largest government hospital — Level 4 National Referral Center
E. Rodriguez Sr. Ave., Quezon City
24/7 ER · Trauma center · Helipad available
Amorsolo St., Makati City
24/7 ER · Level 3 Hospital · Poison control
Filinvest Corporate City, Alabang
24/7 ER · Trauma and burn unit · South Metro
June–November is peak typhoon season in the Philippines. Save these numbers before the storm hits.
Quick answers to the most common emergency hotline questions in the Philippines.
The national emergency hotline in the Philippines is 911. It is operated 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by the National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC). Dialing 911 connects you to police, fire, medical, and disaster response services anywhere in the country.
The Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) fire emergency hotline is 160. You can also reach them at (02) 8426-0219. Both lines operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For structural fires, evacuate first, then call 160.
The Philippine National Police (PNP) emergency hotline is 117. It is available 24/7 for crimes in progress, public safety threats, accidents, and law enforcement emergencies. You can also walk into any police station nearest you.
Dial 143 to reach the Philippine Red Cross emergency hotline. The Red Cross provides blood services, disaster response, water rescue, and humanitarian assistance. The hotline is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Council (NDRRMC) is the primary Philippine government body that coordinates disaster preparedness, response, and recovery. It operates the national 911 emergency line and manages the country's disaster management framework. Contact numbers:
Follow these steps during a typhoon in the Philippines:
Knowing the hotlines is just step one. Build your go-bag, locate your nearest evacuation center, and create a family communication plan today — while there's still time.