Calling Here
International dialing code: +41
Languages spoken: German (62.6%), English (50%), French (22.9%), Italian (8.2%), Romansh (0.5%).
- Common greetings include “Grüezi” (Swiss German), “Bonjour” (French), “Buongiorno” (Italian), and “Bun di” (Romansh).
Hazard Preparedness
Acclimatization
Prevent altitude sickness in mountainous terrain by acclimatizing properly. Ascend slowly, especially above 8,000 feet (limit ~1,000 feet elevation gain per day for sleeping altitude), include rest days, hydrate well, and eat carbohydrates.
- Plan ascent profile carefully: limit sleeping elevation gain to 1000-1500 ft per day above 8000-10000 ft.
- Incorporate rest days (no elevation gain) every 3000 ft.
- If possible, hike higher during the day and sleep lower.
Acclimatization
Prevent altitude sickness by acclimatizing properly. Ascend slowly, especially above 8,000 feet (limit ~1,000 feet elevation gain per day for sleeping altitude), build in rest days, stay well-hydrated, and eat carbohydrates.
- Plan your ascent schedule to allow gradual exposure to higher elevations.
- Rule of thumb above 8,000-10,000 ft: Ascend no more than 1,000-1,500 ft of sleeping elevation per day.
- Include a rest day (staying at the same elevation) for every 3,000 ft gained.
Create a Flood Emergency Plan
Prepare your household for potential flooding by creating a specific emergency plan. Identify your flood risk, establish evacuation routes to higher ground, create a communication plan, and assemble necessary supplies.
- Determine your specific flood risk (check flood maps, know local flood history).
- Identify safe evacuation routes to higher ground.
- Establish a family communication plan (including out-of-area contact).
Official Emergency Resources
Emergency Coverage
Emergency Numbers in Related Countries
Police, fire, and ambulance numbers for related countries.
