Emergency contacts and protocols on the trail
💡 Quick Summary: In a medical or safety emergency, call the national emergency line at 1990.
🔍 Detailed Guidance
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Local Village Support: If lost or minorly injured, make your way to the closest tea plucker shelter or local village. Plantation communities are highly welcoming and can arrange local transport (such as a Tuk-Tuk).
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Disaster Management Hotline: If affected by extreme weather, immediately call 117 (Disaster Management Center).
⚠️ Critical Alerts & Requirements
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Solo Hiker Protocol: Solo hikers are advised to carry two mobile phones (on different local networks, such as Dialog and Mobitel) and an external battery pack.