{"id":483,"date":"2026-05-05T02:44:55","date_gmt":"2026-05-04T17:14:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tasa-adelaide.au\/?post_type=resource&#038;p=483"},"modified":"2026-05-06T01:20:59","modified_gmt":"2026-05-05T15:50:59","slug":"emergencies","status":"publish","type":"resource","link":"https:\/\/tasa-adelaide.au\/en\/resource\/emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"Emergencies"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udea8 Emergency &amp; Safety Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In Australia, there is one primary number for all life-threatening emergencies, but there are separate lines for non-urgent help to ensure emergency operators remain free for those in immediate danger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Life-Threatening Emergencies (Triple Zero)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phone Number:<\/strong> <strong>000<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>When to Call:<\/strong> Use this number only for emergencies\u2014when a life is in danger, a serious crime is in progress, or there is a fire or life-threatening medical situation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.triplezero.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Triple Zero (000) &#8211; How to Call<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Police Assistance (Non-Urgent)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phone Number:<\/strong> <strong>131 444<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.sa.gov.au\/about-us\/key-contacts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SA Police &#8211; Key Contacts<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> This is the <strong>Police Assistance Line<\/strong>. Call this if you need police to attend but it is not an immediate emergency (e.g., your car was broken into overnight, or you need to report property damage).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Crime Stoppers:<\/strong> Call <strong>1800 333 000<\/strong> to report information about a crime anonymously.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Fire Services (MFS vs. CFS)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South Australia has two main fire services depending on where you live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS):<\/strong> Covers the city and major suburban areas (like Woodville).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mfs.sa.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">adelaidemfs.sa.gov.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Country Fire Service (CFS):<\/strong> A volunteer-based service covering outer suburbs, regional, and rural areas. They are the primary agency for bushfire response.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cfs.sa.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cfs.sa.gov.au<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bushfire Information Hotline:<\/strong> <strong>1800 362 361<\/strong> (Great for checking fire bans and danger ratings in summer).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Storm &amp; Flood (SES)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Phone Number:<\/strong> <strong>132 500<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ses.sa.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SA State Emergency Service (SES)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> Call the SES if you need help during a flood or storm (e.g., a tree has fallen on your house or your roof is leaking severely due to storm damage).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Emergency Alerts (Alert SA)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Link:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alert.sa.gov.au\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alert SA App<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Description:<\/strong> This is the official mobile app for South Australia that provides real-time bushfire and emergency warnings based on your location. It is highly recommended for all residents to have this installed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udf3f Living with Wildlife: Safety &amp; Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">South Australia is home to unique and beautiful wildlife. While most interactions are a highlight of living here, some animals require caution. Here is how to navigate encounters safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Snakes (Spring to Autumn)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Adelaide has several venomous species, most commonly the Eastern Brown Snake. They are protected by law and play a vital role in our ecosystem by controlling rodents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>What to do:<\/strong> If you see a snake, back away slowly. If it is in your home, close the door, block the gap with a heavy towel, and call a professional.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resource:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.environment.sa.gov.au\/topics\/plants-and-animals\/living-with-wildlife\/snakes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SA Gov &#8211; Snake Safety Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Find a Catcher:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/sacommunity.org\/thesaurus\/14941-Snakes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SAcommunity Catcher Directory<\/a> (Search by your suburb).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. Spiders<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most spiders in Adelaide are harmless, but the <strong>Redback<\/strong> and the <strong>White-tail<\/strong> are common in suburban gardens and sheds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Safety Tip:<\/strong> Wear gloves when gardening or moving woodpiles. If bitten by a Redback, seek medical attention; for a suspected funnel-web (rare in SA) or unknown bite with severe symptoms, call <strong>000<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resource:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/search?q=https:\/\/www.sahealth.sa.gov.au\/wps\/wcm\/connect\/public%2Bcontent\/sa%2Bhealth%2Binternet\/healthy%2Bliving\/is%2Bit%2Ban%2Bemergency\/bites%2Band%2Bstings\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SA Health &#8211; Bites and Stings<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Swooping Birds (Spring)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">During nesting season (usually August\u2013October), Magpies and Masked Lapwings (Plovers) may &#8220;swoop&#8221; to protect their young.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Safety Tip:<\/strong> Avoid nesting areas if possible. If you must pass, wear a hat or carry an umbrella. Don&#8217;t run; walk confidently and keep moving.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resource:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Magpie Swooping Map<\/a> \u2014 A crowd-sourced map showing active swooping areas in Adelaide.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. Kangaroos &amp; Koalas<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In suburbs near the foothills (like Burnside, Athelstone, or Tea Tree Gully), you may encounter kangaroos or koalas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Kangaroos:<\/strong> Placid but powerful. Never feed them, as they can become aggressive when they lose their fear of humans. Keep dogs on a lead in these areas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Koalas:<\/strong> Usually high in trees, but they do walk on the ground to change trees. They have sharp claws and can bite if handled.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Resource:<\/strong> <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fauna Rescue SA<\/a> \u2014 Call <strong>(08) 8289 0896<\/strong> if you find an injured or orphaned native animal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. Essential Wildlife Contacts<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Marine Wildlife (Seals\/Whales\/Dolphins):<\/strong> If you see a stranded or injured marine animal, call the <strong>National Parks and Wildlife Service<\/strong> via the <a href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Department for Environment and Water<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bats &amp; Flying Foxes:<\/strong><strong>Do not touch bats.<\/strong> They can carry diseases (like ABLV). If you find a grounded bat, call a specialist rescuer immediately.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Adelaide Bat Care:<\/strong> 0422 182 444<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_kadence_starter_templates_imported_post":false,"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"_kad_post_classname":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-483","resource","type-resource","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.6 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Emergencies - Turkish Association of South Australia Inc.<\/title>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/tasa-adelaide.au\/en\/resource\/emergencies\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"Emergencies - Turkish Association of South Australia Inc.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"\ud83d\udea8 Emergency &amp; Safety Services In Australia, there is one primary number for all life-threatening emergencies, but there are separate lines for non-urgent help to ensure emergency operators remain free for those in immediate danger. 1. 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