In Lithuania, the emergency call number 112 can be dialed from any phone, even without a SIM card or with an empty prepaid account, ensuring access to emergency services.
The article discusses the accessibility of Lithuania's emergency number 112, which has been in operation since before the country joined the European Union in 2004. It highlights how calls to 112 can be made from any phone, even without a SIM card, as the device automatically connects to the nearest network tower regardless of the operator. This feature is crucial in emergencies when people might not have a charged phone or a working SIM card.
The General Emergency Center (BPC) was established in Lithuania in 2003 to centralize the handling of emergency calls and has been receiving all calls to 112 since 2004. According to Mindaugas Rauba, technology director at BitΔ, the system allows calls to be transmitted even from areas with weak signals via older network generations. This ensures that assistance can be summoned from almost anywhere in the country, significantly enhancing public safety.
Additionally, the article emphasizes that the newer generation networks help operators to more precisely locate the caller's position, which can improve response times. This system is vital, especially in situations where every second counts, highlighting the importance of ongoing public awareness regarding how to access emergency services effectively in Lithuania.
