Aug 21 2005
In Case of Emergency
A campaign encouraging people to enter an emergency contact number in their mobile phone’s memory under the heading ICE (i.e. In Case of Emergency) has rapidly spread throughout the world.
Originally established as a nationwide campaign in the UK, ICE allows paramedics or police to be able to contact a designated relative / next-of-kin in an emergency situation. Almost everyone carries a mobile phone now, and with ICE they would know immediately who to contact and what number to ring. The contact person may even know of your medical history.
By adopting the ICE advice, your mobile will help rescue services quickly contact a friend or relative – which could be vital in a life or death situation. It only takes a few seconds to do, and it could easily help save your life.
Simply select a new contact in your phone book, enter the word ‘ICE’ and the number of the person you wish to be contacted. It really could save your life, or put a loved one’s mind at rest. For more than one contact name, use ICE1, ICE2, ICE3 etc.