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Quel numéro d'urgence permet d'appeler le SAMU ?Which emergency number do you call for the SAMU (emergency medical service)?

Answer

Le 1515

Explanation

15 is the number to call the SAMU for a medical emergency. 17 is the police, 18 the fire brigade and 119 is for children in danger.

Source: service-public.gouv.fr – Numéros d'urgenceUpdated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

  1. Le 1717
  2. Le 1818
  3. Le 1515
  4. Le 119119

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