What are emergency services like in Almaty?
When we asked members about emergency services in Almaty, they wrote...
"Emergency services in Almaty, are similar to those in other countries, providing assistance in cases of medical emergencies, fires, and criminal incidents. To call for an ambulance in Almaty, you would need to dial the emergency number, which is 103. The operators typically speak Kazakh and Russian, so it may be helpful to have someone who speaks one of these languages to assist with the call. Once the call is made, an ambulance will be dispatched to your location to provide medical assistance and transport to a hospital if necessary," remarked another expat in Almaty, Kazakhstan.
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What are emergency services like in Almaty?
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