Sumba Emergency Contacts
Because Sumba is geographically remote and medical infrastructure is limited, emergency planning should be done before arrival. Keep Sumba emergency contacts saved in your phone to be preapred for any situation. Plus, ensure your insurance includes comprehensive medical coverage, such as operations and evacuation.
Prevention is the best way to deal with emergencies. Check our Sumba health and safety guide to learn all about staying safe throughout your journey.
Sumba Emergency Contacts and Key Facilities
| Category | Contact | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ambulance | 118 / 119 | National medical emergency line. |
| Police | 110 | National police emergency line. |
| Fire Department | 113 | Fire and rescue services. |
| Search and Rescue | 115 | BASARNAS (National SAR Agency). |
| RSUD Umbu Rara Meha | +62 387 61019 | Main public hospital in Waingapu (East Sumba). |
| Puskesmas Kambata Punduk | +62 387 61156 | Community health center in East Sumba. |
| RSUD Karitas Sumba Barat | +62 387 21015 | Main hospital in Waikabubak (West Sumba). |
| International SOS | +62 21 7506001 | 24/7 evacuation coordination reference. |
| BIMC Hospital (Bali) | +62 361 761263 | Referral point for escalated cases. |
| Australian Consulate (Bali) | +62 361 241118 | 24/7 emergency line. |
| US Consulate (Bali) | +62 361 233605 | Consular support. |
| UK Embassy (Jakarta) | +62 21 2356 5200 | Embassy support from Jakarta. |
Important Preparedness Notes
In remote areas, mobile coverage may be weak, so share travel plans with your accommodation.
For diving incidents, note the nearest hyperbaric chamber is in Bali.
Carry necessary prescription medication; pharmacy stock can be limited.
Keep cash available for rural travel where ATM access is limited.
Download offline maps and save emergency numbers before departure.
Use local guides when possible to support translation during urgent communication.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers for emergency planning in Sumba.
Do emergency operators in Sumba speak English?
English support is limited on many local lines. Keep key phrases ready and use accommodation staff or local guides to assist with translation when possible.
What should I do first in a serious medical emergency?
Call national emergency numbers immediately, notify your accommodation, and contact your insurance provider to initiate medical evacuation protocols if needed.
Can severe cases be treated entirely in Sumba?
Basic stabilization is available locally, but severe cases are often referred to larger facilities in Bali or Java through evacuation coordination.
Should I arrange anything before arriving in Sumba?
Yes. Confirm evacuation-capable insurance, save all emergency contacts offline, carry essential medication, and inform your host of your movement plans.
Emergency Support
Sumba Emergency Numbers
Important Sumba emergency numbers and support contacts for Sumba and Indonesia.
| Name / Category | Contact Type | Telephone | Area Served | Available Language(s) | Notes | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| General Emergency Hotline | Emergency Hotline | 112 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian; sometimes English | Works in many regions; if unavailable, call Police 110 / Ambulance 118/119 / Fire 113 / SAR 115 | |
| Police (National) | Police | 110 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian; limited English | Free national police emergency line | |
| Ambulance (National) | Ambulance | 118 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian; limited English | Emergency ambulance dispatch (availability varies by region) | |
| Ambulance / Medical Emergency (National) | Ambulance | 119 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian; limited English | Alternative medical emergency line (availability varies by region) | |
| Fire Department (National) | Fire | 113 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian; limited English | Fire & rescue services | |
| Search & Rescue (BASARNAS) (National) | Search & Rescue | 115 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian; limited English | National SAR / rescue coordination (land/sea/air incidents) | Open |
| Disaster Information (BNPB) (National) | Disaster Agency | 117 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian | Disaster information/call center (major events) | Open |
| Natural Disaster Post (National) | Disaster Agency | 129 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian | Often used for disaster-related assistance/info | |
| PLN Electricity Emergency / Complaints | Utility | 123 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian | Power outage / electrical fault reporting | Open |
| BMKG Weather & Earthquake Info | Weather/Earthquake | 196 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian | Weather warnings / earthquake info / official BMKG contact center | Open |
| Halo Kemenkes (Ministry of Health) | Health Hotline | +62 150 0567 | Indonesia (nationwide) | Indonesian | Health info/complaints (not an ambulance dispatch line) | Open |
| International SOS (Jakarta Assistance Centre) | Medical Evacuation | +62 217 5060 01 | Sumba evac coordination (via insurer/assist provider) | English; Indonesian | Use if you are a member/client or via your travel insurance for evacuation coordination | Open |
| RSUD Umbu Rara Meha (Waingapu) | Hospital / ER | +62 387 61302 | Waingapu, East Sumba (Sumba Timur) | Indonesian | Main public hospital in East Sumba (IGD/ER). Verify IGD extension locally. | Open |
| RSUD Waikabubak (Sumba Barat) | Hospital / ER | +62 387 21701 | Waikabubak, West Sumba (Sumba Barat) | Indonesian | Main public hospital in Waikabubak area. | Open |
| RSUD Pratama Reda Bolo (Tambolaka) | Hospital / ER | +62 851 3370 3815 | Tambolaka, Southwest Sumba (Sumba Barat Daya) | Indonesian | Public hospital in SBD; number from Kemkes profile. | Open |
| RS Umum Daerah Waibakul | Hospital / ER | +62 822 1334 7853 | Waibakul, Central Sumba (Sumba Tengah) | Indonesian | Hospital in Central Sumba; number from Kemkes SIRS profile. | Open |
| RS Karitas Weetebula | Hospital / ER | +62 387 24027 | Weetebula/Loura area, Southwest/West Sumba region | Indonesian | Also has Telp2 0387-24032; phone connection may be unreliable. | Open |
| RS Kristen Lende Moripa | Hospital | +62 853 3827 8212 | Waikabubak, West Sumba | Indonesian | Number from Kemkes SIRS profile. | Open |
| Puskesmas Kambata Punduk (Waingapu area) | Community Health Center | +62 387 61156 | Kambata Mapambuhang area, East Sumba | Indonesian | Basic services; for severe cases contact RSUD or arrange evac | |
| Polres Sumba Timur (Police Resort) | Police | 110 | East Sumba (Sumba Timur) | Indonesian | Use national 110; local WhatsApp is often posted by Polres. | Open |
| Polres Sumba Timur (WhatsApp duty line) | Police (WhatsApp) | +62 813 5825 150 | East Sumba (Sumba Timur) | Indonesian | Non-life-threatening reports/coordination via WA (verify current). | Open |
| Polres Sumba Barat Daya (SPKT Call Center) | Police (Local line) | +62 813 5335 3559 | Southwest Sumba (Sumba Barat Daya) | Indonesian | Local SPKT/call center shared publicly (verify current). | Open |
| Umbu Mehang Kunda Airport (WGP / WATU) | Airport | +62 387 61224 | Waingapu / East Sumba gateway | Indonesian | Official airport phone (Kemenhub). Alternate: +62 387 61222. | Open |
| Umbu Mehang Kunda Airport (alt line) (WGP / WATU) | Airport | +62 387 61222 | Waingapu / East Sumba gateway | Indonesian | Secondary listed line (Kemenhub). | Open |
| Lede Kalumbang Airport (TMC / WATK) | Airport | +62 853 3854 6311 | Tambolaka / Southwest Sumba gateway | Indonesian | Official airport phone (Kemenhub). | Open |
| Lede Kalumbang Airport (landline) | Airport | +62 387 2524 057 | Tambolaka / Southwest Sumba gateway | Indonesian | Kemenhub PPID/contact page lists landline + mobile. | Open |
| Pelabuhan Waingapu (Pelindo) | Port / Harbour | +62 381 21150 | Waingapu Port (East Sumba) | Indonesian | Main port contact (Pelindo). | Open |
| KSOP Waingapu (WhatsApp) | Maritime Authority (Port) | +62 851 5689 1892 | Waingapu Port area | Indonesian | KSOP social profile lists WA chat (verify current). | Open |
| Australian Consulate-General Bali (main) | Embassy/Consulate | +62 361 2000 100 | Bali (closest consulate support hub) | English; Indonesian | After-hours instructions route to Canberra CEC. | Open |
| Australia (Jakarta) 24h Consular Support | Embassy/Consulate | +62 212 5505 500 | Indonesia (consular support) | English; Indonesian | 24-hour consular support number (Jakarta). | Open |
| U.S. Consular Agency Bali | Embassy/Consulate | +62 361 2336 05 | Bali (closest US citizen services) | English; Indonesian | US citizen services / emergencies; after-hours via US Embassy Jakarta operator. | Open |
| U.S. Embassy Jakarta (operator after-hours) | Embassy/Consulate | +62 215 0831 000 | Indonesia (US citizen emergency routing) | English; Indonesian | Ask operator for after-hours emergency assistance. | Open |
| British Embassy Jakarta (switchboard) | Embassy/Consulate | +62 212 3565 200 | Indonesia (UK citizen support routing) | English; Indonesian | UK switchboard; for emergencies ask for consular. | Open |