As in many other European countries, the universal emergency telephone number in Italy is also 112. The operator who answers speaks Italian, but also speaks English. Speak calmly in English and the assistance required will be sent to the location. There are also numbers for specific emergency services: ambulance 118, police 113 and the fire brigade 115. Florence has its share of thieves and pickpockets. Be extra vigilant at busy places.

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