CROSS Corse
Last verified:
Free call, answered 24/7.
Area
Waters of France, approximately. See it on the rescue map →
Source
mer.gouv.fr · authority’s own page · checked 2026-10-10
mer.gouv.fr/comment-alerter-les-secours-en-mer (checked 2026-10-10) — “Le 196 est l’unique numéro de téléphone pour joindre le CROSS en cas d’urgence.”; mer.gouv.fr/surveillance-et-sauvetage-en-mer: “appelez le 196 ou le 112”
Frequently asked
What is the phone number of CROSS Corse?
Call CROSS Corse on 196. Local short number: 112.
What is the radio call sign of CROSS Corse?
“CROSS Corse”. Distress calls go on VHF channel 16 (MAYDAY) or as a DSC distress alert on channel 70.
Which waters does CROSS Corse cover?
The waters of France drawn on the VesselSOS rescue map (approximate). The VesselSOS app picks the responsible centre from your GPS position.
Neighbouring rescue centres
France: all rescue numbers → Print an emergency card →
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