Emergency numbers and help on Senja
The most important numbers in one place; tap to call. Emergency numbers work from every mobile phone, including foreign phones without a Norwegian SIM. The nearest hospital is UNN Tromsø, and the out-of-hours medical service for Senja is in Finnsnes.
The nearest hospital is UNN in Tromsø. The out-of-hours clinic for Senja is in Finnsnes.
Questions and answers
Which number do I call for illness that is not urgent?
The out-of-hours medical service on 116 117. You will be put through to the nearest one, which for Senja is in Finnsnes.
What should I do after an accident in the mountains?
Call 112. The police lead rescue operations on land. For acute illness or injury, call 113.
Who do I call in an emergency at sea?
120, which goes to the coastal radio and the rescue service at sea.
Is there mobile coverage everywhere on Senja?
No, coverage drops out in several fjords, valleys and tunnels. Download maps before you set off, and tell someone where you are going.