Local language: Spanish. English is not confirmed by the source.
National emergency number
Source: armada.mil.do · authority’s own page · checked 14 October 2026 Official wording ▾
armada.mil.do (2026-05-18) — “tras recibir una alerta del Sistema Nacional de Atención a Emergencias y Seguridad 9-1-1. La operación se activó de inmediato luego de que el Centro de Operaciones Marítimas, (COM) ARD, recibiera el llamado de alerta.”
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office · NOAA National Hurricane Center ▾
gov.uk (2026-10-14, gov-travel): “The hurricane season in the Caribbean normally runs from June to November.”
nhc.noaa.gov (2026-10-14, intl): “The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30.”
Official warnings
The sea can be dangerous, especially in hurricane season, so follow official instructions on sea conditions and warning systems. Beaches may have no lifeguards or rescue equipment.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office · UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office ▾
gov.uk (2026-10-14, gov-travel): “The sea can be dangerous, especially during the hurricane season, which runs from June to November. Follow instructions about sea conditions and warning systems.”
gov.uk (2026-10-14, gov-travel): “Lifeguards may not be present at swimming pools or on beaches. Safety and rescue equipment may not be available.”
What number do I call for help at sea in the Dominican Republic?+
In the Dominican Republic, call 911 and ask for the Navy (Armada). On the radio: MAYDAY on VHF channel 16, or a DSC distress alert on channel 70.
Does 112 work in the Dominican Republic?+
911 is the number the authorities in the Dominican Republic give for emergencies at sea. Many phones also pass 112 on, but we found no official confirmation for the Dominican Republic.
Which rescue centre is responsible for me?+
The one whose search-and-rescue area you are in — not the country of your SIM card. Near borders that can change during a trip; the VesselSOS app picks it from your GPS position.
When is the storm season in the Dominican Republic?+
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